Othaiyal Mettupatti - Sattur, Virudhunagar
Othaiyal Mettupatti is a village situated in the Sattur taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sattur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. O. Mettupatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Othaiyal Mettupatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Othaiyal Mettupatti is 641726. The village covers a total geographical area of 1282.99 hectares and falls under the 626203 pincode. Sattur is the nearest town.
Othaiyal Mettupatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Virudhunagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Othaiyal Mettupatti
As per Census 2011, Othaiyal Mettupatti village has a total population of 4,151 people, consisting of 2,014 males and 2,137 females. The village has 1,177 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,876 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Othaiyal Mettupatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,151 | 2,014 | 2,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 239 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,876 | 1,560 | 1,316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 454 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Othaiyal Mettupatti
Othaiyal Mettupatti 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 Othaiyal Mettupatti
Othaiyal Mettupatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Othaiyal Mettupatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Othaiyal Mettupatti is about 30 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 Othaiyal Mettupatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Othaiyal Mettupatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Othaiyal Mettupatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Othaiyal Mettupatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Othaiyal Mettupatti
Where is Othaiyal Mettupatti located?
Othaiyal Mettupatti village is located in Sattur Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Othaiyal Mettupatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Othaiyal Mettupatti is O. Mettupatti.
What is the pincode of Othaiyal Mettupatti?
The pincode of Othaiyal Mettupatti is 626203.
What is the population of Othaiyal Mettupatti?
Othaiyal Mettupatti has a total population of 4,151, including 2,014 males and 2,137 females.
How many households are there in Othaiyal Mettupatti?
There are 1,177 households in Othaiyal Mettupatti.
What is the literacy rate in Othaiyal Mettupatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Othaiyal Mettupatti is 69.28%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 61.58%.