Vadamalampatti - Pochampalli, Krishnagiri
Vadamalampatti is a village situated in the Pochampalli taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pochampalli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Puliyampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadamalampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadamalampatti is 644134. The village covers a total geographical area of 948.74 hectares and falls under the 635206 pincode. Nagojanahalli is the nearest town.
Vadamalampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadamalampatti
As per Census 2011, Vadamalampatti village has a total population of 7,063 people, consisting of 3,558 males and 3,505 females. The village has 1,766 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 764 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,611 literate and 2,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadamalampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,063 | 3,558 | 3,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 764 | 415 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,611 | 2,545 | 2,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,452 | 1,013 | 1,439 |
Nearby Villages of Vadamalampatti
Vadamalampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimminaikampatti | West | 2.11 km |
| Pedappanpatti | North | 2.53 km |
| Jambukuttapatti | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Gendigampatti | East | 3.05 km |
| Mathinayakkampatti | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Kadappasandampatti | North | 4.50 km |
| Veppalampatti | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Alerahalli | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Belethottam | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Parandapalli | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadamalampatti
Vadamalampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samalpatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 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 Krishnagiri to Vadamalampatti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadamalampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadamalampatti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadamalampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadamalampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadamalampatti
Where is Vadamalampatti located?
Vadamalampatti village is located in Pochampalli Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadamalampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadamalampatti is Puliyampatti.
What is the pincode of Vadamalampatti?
The pincode of Vadamalampatti is 635206.
What is the population of Vadamalampatti?
Vadamalampatti has a total population of 7,063, including 3,558 males and 3,505 females.
How many households are there in Vadamalampatti?
There are 1,766 households in Vadamalampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Vadamalampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadamalampatti is 65.28%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 58.94%.