Velanpatti - Natham, Dindigul
Velanpatti is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Velampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velanpatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velanpatti is 635308. The village covers a total geographical area of 935.35 hectares and falls under the 624401 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Velanpatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velanpatti
As per Census 2011, Velanpatti village has a total population of 9,873 people, consisting of 5,025 males and 4,848 females. The village has 2,312 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,290 literate and 2,583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velanpatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,873 | 5,025 | 4,848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,169 | 592 | 577 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 366 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 7,290 | 4,019 | 3,271 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,583 | 1,006 | 1,577 |
Nearby Villages of Velanpatti
Velanpatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Natham | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Punnapatti | West | 3.57 km |
| Pannuvarpatti | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Avichchippatti | East | 4.30 km |
| Palappanayakkanpatti | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Nadumandalam | North-East | 5.02 km |
| Idayapatti | South | 5.38 km |
| Uralipatti | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Poolamalai R.f. | East | 5.78 km |
| Pannimalai | East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velanpatti
Velanpatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadamadura, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Velanpatti is about 35 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 Velanpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velanpatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velanpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velanpatti 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Velanpatti
Where is Velanpatti located?
Velanpatti village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velanpatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Velanpatti is Velampatti.
What is the pincode of Velanpatti?
The pincode of Velanpatti is 624401.
What is the population of Velanpatti?
Velanpatti has a total population of 9,873, including 5,025 males and 4,848 females.
How many households are there in Velanpatti?
There are 2,312 households in Velanpatti.
What is the literacy rate in Velanpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanpatti is 73.84%. Male literacy is 79.98% and female literacy is 67.47%.