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
According to the 2011 Census, Velanpatti village had a total population of 9,873 people, including 5,025 males and 4,848 females, living in 2,312 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.75%, with male literacy at 90.66% and female literacy at 76.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 750, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 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 had a total population of 9,873, including 5,025 males and 4,848 females.
How many households are there in Velanpatti?
Velanpatti had 2,312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velanpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanpatti was 83.75%. Male literacy was 90.66% and female literacy was 76.59%.