Velimalai Forest Village - Thiruvattar, Kanniyakumari
Velimalai Forest is a village situated in the Thiruvattar taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Pathmanabapuram and around 25 km from Nagercoil. Surulacode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velimalai Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velimalai Forest is 643138. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126 hectares and falls under the 629164 pincode. Bootha Pandi is the nearest town.
Velimalai Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padmanabhapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanniyakumari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velimalai Forest
As per Census 2011, Velimalai Forest village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 56 males and 40 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 714 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velimalai Forest are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Velimalai Forest
Velimalai Forest 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 Velimalai Forest
Velimalai Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velimalai Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagercoil to Velimalai Forest is about 25 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 Velimalai Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velimalai Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Velimalai Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velimalai Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velimalai Forest
Where is Velimalai Forest located?
Velimalai Forest village is located in Thiruvattar Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velimalai Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Velimalai Forest is Surulacode.
What is the pincode of Velimalai Forest?
The pincode of Velimalai Forest is 629164.
What is the population of Velimalai Forest?
Velimalai Forest has a total population of 96, including 56 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Velimalai Forest?
There are 47 households in Velimalai Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Velimalai Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velimalai Forest is 96.88%. Male literacy is 98.21% and female literacy is 95.00%.