Veppampatti - Harur, Dharmapuri
Veppampatti is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Veppampatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veppampatti is 643414. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.37 hectares and falls under the 636903 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Veppampatti 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 Veppampatti
As per Census 2011, Veppampatti village has a total population of 2,921 people, consisting of 1,513 males and 1,408 females. The village has 805 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,777 literate and 1,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veppampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,921 | 1,513 | 1,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 155 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,208 | 621 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 181 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,777 | 1,027 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 486 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Veppampatti
Veppampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mambadi | North | 1.64 km |
| Ponneri | West | 2.01 km |
| Pudinattam | North | 2.15 km |
| Veppampatti Rf | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Ittaiampatty | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Kelapparai | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Thedampatti | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Pudur | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Virappanayakkampatti | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Ellepudayampatti | West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veppampatti
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Veppampatti. The nearest railway station is Morappur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Veppampatti is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veppampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veppampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veppampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veppampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veppampatti
Where is Veppampatti located?
Veppampatti village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veppampatti?
Veppampatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veppampatti?
The pincode of Veppampatti is 636903.
What is the population of Veppampatti?
Veppampatti has a total population of 2,921, including 1,513 males and 1,408 females.
How many households are there in Veppampatti?
There are 805 households in Veppampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Veppampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veppampatti is 60.84%. Male literacy is 67.88% and female literacy is 53.27%.