Mandapasalai - Aruppukkottai, Virudhunagar
Mandapasalai is a village situated in the Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aruppukkottai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Mandapasalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandapasalai is 641670. The village covers a total geographical area of 1341.76 hectares and falls under the 626118 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Mandapasalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandapasalai
As per Census 2011, Mandapasalai village has a total population of 4,691 people, consisting of 2,313 males and 2,378 females. The village has 1,358 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,764 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandapasalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,691 | 2,313 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,764 | 1,977 | 1,787 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 336 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Mandapasalai
Mandapasalai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallumadam | North | 2.54 km |
| Thummuchinnampatti | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Kalayarkarisalkulam | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Erasinnampatti | North | 3.91 km |
| Mudimannarkottai | East | 3.95 km |
| Bommakottai | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Maravarperungudi | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Muthuramalingapuram | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Vadakkukoppuchithampatti | West | 4.99 km |
| Salukkuvarpatti | South | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandapasalai
Mandapasalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Mandapasalai is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandapasalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandapasalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandapasalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandapasalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandapasalai
Where is Mandapasalai located?
Mandapasalai village is located in Aruppukkottai Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandapasalai?
Mandapasalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandapasalai?
The pincode of Mandapasalai is 626118.
What is the population of Mandapasalai?
Mandapasalai has a total population of 4,691, including 2,313 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Mandapasalai?
There are 1,358 households in Mandapasalai.
What is the literacy rate in Mandapasalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandapasalai is 80.24%. Male literacy is 85.47% and female literacy is 75.15%.