Velichinatham - Madurai North, Madurai
Velichinatham is a village situated in the Madurai North taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madurai North and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Velichanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velichinatham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velichinatham is 640573. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.81 hectares and falls under the 625014 pincode. Alanganallur is the nearest town.
Velichinatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velichinatham
As per Census 2011, Velichinatham village has a total population of 2,020 people, consisting of 1,029 males and 991 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velichinatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 1,029 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 129 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 792 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 237 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Velichinatham
Velichinatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnapatti | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Malaipatti | West | 1.46 km |
| Kavanur | South | 1.80 km |
| Periyapatti | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Chathiratondaimanpatti | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Mandikulam | South | 2.83 km |
| Pannaikudi | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Adanur | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Karuvanur | South | 3.16 km |
| Manjampatti | East | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velichinatham
Velichinatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudalnagar, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 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 Madurai to Velichinatham is about 16 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 Velichinatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velichinatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velichinatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velichinatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Velichinatham
Where is Velichinatham located?
Velichinatham village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velichinatham?
The Gram Panchayat of Velichinatham is Velichanatham.
What is the pincode of Velichinatham?
The pincode of Velichinatham is 625014.
What is the population of Velichinatham?
Velichinatham has a total population of 2,020, including 1,029 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Velichinatham?
There are 498 households in Velichinatham.
What is the literacy rate in Velichinatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velichinatham is 71.39%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 65.59%.