Voipadi - Perundurai, Erode
Voipadi is a village situated in the Perundurai taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perundurai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Erode. Voipadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voipadi is 635006. The village covers a total geographical area of 1429.15 hectares and falls under the 638056 pincode. Chennimalai is the nearest town.
Voipadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Perundurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruppur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Voipadi
According to the 2011 Census, Voipadi village had a total population of 1,791 people, including 896 males and 895 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.31%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 55.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 1,791 | 896 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 672 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 224 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Voipadi
Voipadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varapalayam | North | 3.18 km |
| Kuthampalayam | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Punjaithalavaipalayam | West | 4.26 km |
| Nanjai Palatholuvu | South | 4.63 km |
| Punjai Palatholuvu | South | 4.92 km |
| Marappanaickampalayam | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Sirukkalanchi | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Kambiliampatti | North | 5.31 km |
| Pudupalayam . | South | 5.46 km |
| Nadupatti | North-West | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Voipadi
Voipadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vijayamangalam, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Erode to Voipadi is about 45 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 Voipadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voipadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Voipadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voipadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Voipadi
Where is Voipadi located?
Voipadi village is located in Perundurai Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voipadi?
Voipadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Voipadi?
The pincode of Voipadi is 638056.
What is the population of Voipadi?
Voipadi had a total population of 1,791, including 896 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Voipadi?
Voipadi had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Voipadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voipadi was 68.31%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 55.93%.