Devapandalam - Sankarapuram, Kallakurichi
Devapandalam is a village situated in the Sankarapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from Sankarapuram and around 70 km from Viluppuram. Devapandalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapandalam is 633313. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.2 hectares and falls under the 606402 pincode. Sankarapuram is the nearest town.
Devapandalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Devapandalam
As per Census 2011, Devapandalam village has a total population of 5,775 people, consisting of 2,847 males and 2,928 females. The village has 1,332 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 713 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,681 literate and 2,094 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,826 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devapandalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,775 | 2,847 | 2,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 370 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,826 | 939 | 887 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,681 | 2,032 | 1,649 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,094 | 815 | 1,279 |
Nearby Villages of Devapandalam
Devapandalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agraharapandalam | North | 1.56 km |
| Sankarapuram | West | 1.57 km |
| Soundarevallipalayam | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Vadasiruvalur | South | 2.02 km |
| Kulathur | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Arur | East | 2.62 km |
| Thyagarajapuram | West | 2.82 km |
| Kidangudaiyambattu | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Varagur | East | 3.67 km |
| Timmanandal | East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devapandalam
Devapandalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Siruvattur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 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 Viluppuram to Devapandalam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapandalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapandalam 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 Devapandalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapandalam 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 Devapandalam
Where is Devapandalam located?
Devapandalam village is located in Sankarapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapandalam?
Devapandalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devapandalam?
The pincode of Devapandalam is 606402.
What is the population of Devapandalam?
Devapandalam has a total population of 5,775, including 2,847 males and 2,928 females.
How many households are there in Devapandalam?
There are 1,332 households in Devapandalam.
What is the literacy rate in Devapandalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapandalam is 63.74%. Male literacy is 71.37% and female literacy is 56.32%.