Velampatti - Harur, Dharmapuri
Velampatti is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Veppampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velampatti is 643324. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.65 hectares and falls under the 635305 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Velampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velampatti
According to the 2011 Census, Velampatti village had a total population of 608 people, including 336 males and 272 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.99%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 81.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 336 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 284 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 52 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Velampatti
Velampatti 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 Velampatti
Velampatti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velampatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmapuri to Velampatti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Velampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velampatti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Velampatti
Where is Velampatti located?
Velampatti village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Velampatti is Veppampatti.
What is the pincode of Velampatti?
The pincode of Velampatti is 635305.
What is the population of Velampatti?
Velampatti had a total population of 608, including 336 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Velampatti?
Velampatti had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velampatti was 87.99%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 81.50%.