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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Velichinatham village had a total population of 2,020 people, including 1,029 males and 991 females, living in 498 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.16%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 72.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 590.
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 | 2,020 | 1,029 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 129 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,020, including 1,029 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Velichinatham?
Velichinatham had 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velichinatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velichinatham was 80.16%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 72.30%.