Viruveedu - Nilakkottai, Dindigul
Viruveedu is a village situated in the Nilakkottai taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilakkottai and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Viruveedu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viruveedu is 635488. The village covers a total geographical area of 983.68 hectares and falls under the 624220 pincode. Batlagundu is the nearest town.
Viruveedu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilakkottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viruveedu
According to the 2011 Census, Viruveedu village had a total population of 6,459 people, including 3,332 males and 3,127 females, living in 1,677 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 79.65% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 897, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 6,459 | 3,332 | 3,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 733 | 388 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 897 | 473 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,122 | 2,345 | 1,777 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,337 | 987 | 1,350 |
Nearby Villages of Viruveedu
Viruveedu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Viralimayanpatti | East | 2.05 km |
| Sandaiyur | West | 2.73 km |
| Sekkapatti | North | 3.01 km |
| Nadakottai | East | 4.54 km |
| Pannaipatti | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Uthappanaickanur | South | 5.04 km |
| Sivagnanapuram | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Kunnuvarankottai | North | 5.38 km |
| Rengappanaickanpatti | West | 5.82 km |
| Kullichettipatti | North-East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viruveedu
Viruveedu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodaikanal Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Viruveedu is about 47 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 Viruveedu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viruveedu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viruveedu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viruveedu 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 Viruveedu
Where is Viruveedu located?
Viruveedu village is located in Nilakkottai Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viruveedu?
Viruveedu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viruveedu?
The pincode of Viruveedu is 624220.
What is the population of Viruveedu?
Viruveedu had a total population of 6,459, including 3,332 males and 3,127 females.
How many households are there in Viruveedu?
Viruveedu had 1,677 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viruveedu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viruveedu was 71.99%. Male literacy was 79.65% and female literacy was 63.87%.