Athipattu - Jamunamarathoor, Tiruvannamalai
Athipattu is a village situated in the Jamunamarathoor taluka of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Thenmalai Athipattu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athipattu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athipattu is 631854. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.86 hectares and falls under the 635703 pincode. Chengam is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Athipattu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chengam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athipattu
According to the 2011 Census, Athipattu village had a total population of 164 people, including 78 males and 86 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.86%, with male literacy at 52.86% and female literacy at 58.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Athipattu
Athipattu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Athipattu
Public transport in the Athipattu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chengam to Athipattu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athipattu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athipattu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athipattu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athipattu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athipattu
Where is Athipattu located?
Athipattu village is located in Jamunamarathoor Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athipattu?
The Gram Panchayat of Athipattu is Thenmalai Athipattu.
What is the pincode of Athipattu?
The pincode of Athipattu is 635703.
What is the population of Athipattu?
Athipattu had a total population of 164, including 78 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Athipattu?
Athipattu had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athipattu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athipattu was 55.86%. Male literacy was 52.86% and female literacy was 58.67%.