Virasingankuppam - Panruti, Cuddalore
Virasingankuppam is a village situated in the Panruti taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panruti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Veerasingankuppam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virasingankuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virasingankuppam is 636595. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.19 hectares and falls under the 607805 pincode. Neyveli is the nearest town.
Virasingankuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Neyveli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virasingankuppam
As per Census 2011, Virasingankuppam village has a total population of 3,396 people, consisting of 1,718 males and 1,678 females. The village has 805 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,081 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virasingankuppam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,396 | 1,718 | 1,678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 264 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 149 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,239 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 479 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Virasingankuppam
Virasingankuppam 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 Virasingankuppam
Public transport in the Virasingankuppam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Virasingankuppam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Cuddalore to Virasingankuppam is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virasingankuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virasingankuppam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virasingankuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virasingankuppam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virasingankuppam
Where is Virasingankuppam located?
Virasingankuppam village is located in Panruti Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virasingankuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Virasingankuppam is Veerasingankuppam.
What is the pincode of Virasingankuppam?
The pincode of Virasingankuppam is 607805.
What is the population of Virasingankuppam?
Virasingankuppam has a total population of 3,396, including 1,718 males and 1,678 females.
How many households are there in Virasingankuppam?
There are 805 households in Virasingankuppam.
What is the literacy rate in Virasingankuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virasingankuppam is 61.28%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 50.18%.