Attayampatti
# Attayampatti

Attayampatti is a panchayat town located southwest to the Salem City in Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.

## Demographics

### Population

As of 2001 India census, Attayampatti had a population of 12,867. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Attayampatti has an average literacy rate of 64%, which is higher than the national average of 59.5%, with 58% of the males and 42% of females being literate. Of the population, 11% is under 6 years of age.

## Government and politics

### Civic Utility / Amenities / Services

Public health centre (Government Hospital) is located at Nainampatty. Police Station and Post Office are available. Its Postal Index Number is 637501. STD code is 0427.

## Economy

The main occupation of the town is Weaving. The town also has several textile mills.

## Culture/Cityscape

### Cuisine

Attayampatti is known for its murukku, a snack made of rice flour. Most of the residents in the town make murukku and sell it in front of their house.

## Education

The town has two separate government schools for boys and girls. There are 3 more Private schools here.

