Veppankurichi - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Veppankurichi is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Vadakku Vellore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veppankurichi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veppankurichi is 637177. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.9 hectares and falls under the 607802 pincode.
Veppankurichi 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 Veppankurichi
As per Census 2011, Veppankurichi village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 812 males and 812 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,224 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veppankurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 812 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 669 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 143 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Veppankurichi
Veppankurichi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neyveli | East | 1.10 km |
| Melpappanapattu | East | 1.93 km |
| Vadakkuvellur | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Mummudicholagan | South | 2.25 km |
| Melpathi | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Managathi | East | 3.23 km |
| Kathazhai | South | 3.45 km |
| U.mangalam | West | 3.52 km |
| Kilpathi | East | 4.18 km |
| Gangaikondan | North | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veppankurichi
Veppankurichi 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 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Veppankurichi is about 40 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 Veppankurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veppankurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Veppankurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veppankurichi 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 Veppankurichi
Where is Veppankurichi located?
Veppankurichi village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veppankurichi?
The Gram Panchayat of Veppankurichi is Vadakku Vellore.
What is the pincode of Veppankurichi?
The pincode of Veppankurichi is 607802.
What is the population of Veppankurichi?
Veppankurichi has a total population of 1,624, including 812 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Veppankurichi?
There are 415 households in Veppankurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Veppankurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veppankurichi is 75.37%. Male literacy is 82.39% and female literacy is 68.35%.