Vilpatti - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Vilpatti is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Vilpatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilpatti is 635435. The village covers a total geographical area of 3092.83 hectares and falls under the 624101 pincode. Kodaikanal is the nearest town.
Vilpatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vilpatti
According to the 2011 Census, Vilpatti village had a total population of 13,437 people, including 6,696 males and 6,741 females, living in 3,589 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.29%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 72.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,727, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 13,437 | 6,696 | 6,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,467 | 714 | 753 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,727 | 1,368 | 1,359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 9,491 | 5,151 | 4,340 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,946 | 1,545 | 2,401 |
Nearby Villages of Vilpatti
Vilpatti 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 Vilpatti
Vilpatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dindigul to Vilpatti is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilpatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vilpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilpatti 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 Vilpatti
Where is Vilpatti located?
Vilpatti village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilpatti?
Vilpatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vilpatti?
The pincode of Vilpatti is 624101.
What is the population of Vilpatti?
Vilpatti had a total population of 13,437, including 6,696 males and 6,741 females.
How many households are there in Vilpatti?
Vilpatti had 3,589 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vilpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilpatti was 79.29%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 72.48%.