Vadakkuvellur - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Vadakkuvellur is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Vadakku Vellore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadakkuvellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadakkuvellur is 637168. The village covers a total geographical area of 850.61 hectares and falls under the 607802 pincode. Gangaikondan is the nearest town.
Vadakkuvellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vriddhachalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadakkuvellur
As per Census 2011, Vadakkuvellur village has a total population of 4,233 people, consisting of 2,128 males and 2,105 females. The village has 1,049 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,974 literate and 1,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,024 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadakkuvellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,233 | 2,128 | 2,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 240 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,024 | 496 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,974 | 1,676 | 1,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 452 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Vadakkuvellur
Vadakkuvellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veppankurichi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Neyveli | South-East | 2.58 km |
| U.mangalam | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Gangaikondan | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Kunankurichi | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Ammeri | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Melpappanapattu | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Melpathi | East | 3.68 km |
| Mummudicholagan | South | 4.25 km |
| Uthangal | West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadakkuvellur
Vadakkuvellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Neyveli, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Vadakkuvellur 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 Vadakkuvellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadakkuvellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadakkuvellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadakkuvellur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vadakkuvellur
Where is Vadakkuvellur located?
Vadakkuvellur village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadakkuvellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadakkuvellur is Vadakku Vellore.
What is the pincode of Vadakkuvellur?
The pincode of Vadakkuvellur is 607802.
What is the population of Vadakkuvellur?
Vadakkuvellur has a total population of 4,233, including 2,128 males and 2,105 females.
How many households are there in Vadakkuvellur?
There are 1,049 households in Vadakkuvellur.
What is the literacy rate in Vadakkuvellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadakkuvellur is 70.26%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 61.66%.