Veppanuthu - Usilampatti, Madurai
Veppanuthu is a village situated in the Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usilampatti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Veppanoothu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veppanuthu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veppanuthu is 640834. The village covers a total geographical area of 1228.37 hectares and falls under the 625529 pincode. Usilampatti is the nearest town.
Veppanuthu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Usilampatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veppanuthu
According to the 2011 Census, Veppanuthu village had a total population of 3,927 people, including 2,056 males and 1,871 females, living in 1,148 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.13%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 56.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 622.
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 | 3,927 | 2,056 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 166 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 324 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,486 | 1,497 | 989 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,441 | 559 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Veppanuthu
Veppanuthu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindupatti | South | 2.16 km |
| Ayanmethupatti | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Sembatti | North | 2.51 km |
| Vagurani | West | 3.35 km |
| Thummakundu | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Ariyapatti | North | 4.46 km |
| Perungamanallur | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Thidian | East | 4.86 km |
| Poruppumethupatti | East | 4.98 km |
| Perumalpatti | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veppanuthu
Veppanuthu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sholavandan, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Veppanuthu is about 40 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 Veppanuthu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veppanuthu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veppanuthu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veppanuthu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veppanuthu
Where is Veppanuthu located?
Veppanuthu village is located in Usilampatti Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veppanuthu?
The Gram Panchayat of Veppanuthu is Veppanoothu.
What is the pincode of Veppanuthu?
The pincode of Veppanuthu is 625529.
What is the population of Veppanuthu?
Veppanuthu had a total population of 3,927, including 2,056 males and 1,871 females.
How many households are there in Veppanuthu?
Veppanuthu had 1,148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veppanuthu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veppanuthu was 68.13%. Male literacy was 79.21% and female literacy was 56.23%.