Varam (P) - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Varam (P) is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 51 km from Sankarapuram and around 140 km from Viluppuram. Arampoondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varam (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varam (P) is 633406. The village covers a total geographical area of 1950.32 hectares and falls under the 606209 pincode. Sankarapuram is the nearest town.
Varam (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varam (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Varam (P) village had a total population of 1,322 people, including 678 males and 644 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.24%, with male literacy at 21.20% and female literacy at 11.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,312.
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 | 1,322 | 678 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,312 | 670 | 642 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 120 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 558 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Varam (P)
Varam (P) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Varam (P)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Varam (P).
| 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 Viluppuram to Varam (P) is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varam (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varam (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Varam (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varam (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varam (P)
Where is Varam (P) located?
Varam (P) village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Varam (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Varam (P) is Arampoondi.
What is the pincode of Varam (P)?
The pincode of Varam (P) is 606209.
What is the population of Varam (P)?
Varam (P) had a total population of 1,322, including 678 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Varam (P)?
Varam (P) had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varam (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varam (P) was 16.24%. Male literacy was 21.20% and female literacy was 11.17%.