Vedasandur - Vedasandur, Dindigul
Vedasandur is a village situated in the Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedasandur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Nagampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vedasandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedasandur is 635265. The village covers a total geographical area of 3264.4 hectares and falls under the 624710 pincode. Vedasandur is the nearest town.
Vedasandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedasandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vedasandur
As per Census 2011, Vedasandur village has a total population of 14,998 people, consisting of 7,174 males and 7,824 females. The village has 3,715 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,625 literate and 4,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vedasandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,998 | 7,174 | 7,824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,391 | 751 | 640 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,616 | 1,206 | 1,410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 10,625 | 5,498 | 5,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,373 | 1,676 | 2,697 |
Nearby Villages of Vedasandur
Vedasandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudukottai (v) | North | 3.91 km |
| Malvarpatti | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Pudipuram | North | 5.34 km |
| Nathapatti | North-East | 5.64 km |
| Puliyamarathukottai | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Sriramapuram | East | 6.16 km |
| Sullerumbu | West | 7.03 km |
| Kaithian Kottai | North | 7.05 km |
| Koovakkapatti | North-East | 7.78 km |
| Gurunathanaickenur | South-West | 8.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vedasandur
Vedasandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Eriodu, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 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 Vedasandur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedasandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedasandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vedasandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedasandur 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 Vedasandur
Where is Vedasandur located?
Vedasandur village is located in Vedasandur Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedasandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vedasandur is Nagampatti.
What is the pincode of Vedasandur?
The pincode of Vedasandur is 624710.
What is the population of Vedasandur?
Vedasandur has a total population of 14,998, including 7,174 males and 7,824 females.
How many households are there in Vedasandur?
There are 3,715 households in Vedasandur.
What is the literacy rate in Vedasandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedasandur is 70.84%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 65.53%.