Veppankulam
Veppankulam is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Veppankulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Veppankulam unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Veppankulam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Veppankulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veppankulam is 641003. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625701. Kariapatti is nearest town to Veppankulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Veppankulam
Population of Veppankulam
According to the 2011 Census, Veppankulam has a total population of about 878, with approximately 440 males and 438 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 369 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.14%, with male literacy at about 37.27% and female literacy near 29.00%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Veppankulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 878 | 440 | 438 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 186 | 183 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 291 | 164 | 127 |
Illiterate Population | 587 | 276 | 311 |
Connectivity of Veppankulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veppankulam. As per the 2011 stats, Veppankulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Veppankulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Veppankulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veppankulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Veppankulam
- Where is Veppankulam located?
- Veppankulam village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Veppankulam?
- Veppankulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Veppankulam?
- The pincode of Veppankulam is 625701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Veppankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veppankulam is 878, with 440 males and 438 females.
- How many households are there in Veppankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Veppankulam village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Veppankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veppankulam is 33.14%. The male literacy rate is 37.27%, while the female literacy rate is 29.00%.