Valappurnadu Village - Kolli Hills, Namakkal
Valappurnadu is a village situated in the Kolli Hills taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 40 km from Namakkal and around 62 km from Namakkal. Valappur Nadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valappurnadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valappurnadu is 634620. The village covers a total geographical area of 2105.5 hectares and falls under the 637411 pincode. Senthamangalam is the nearest town.
Valappurnadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Senthamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valappurnadu
As per Census 2011, Valappurnadu village has a total population of 4,608 people, consisting of 2,348 males and 2,260 females. The village has 1,266 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,457 literate and 2,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valappurnadu are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,608 | 2,348 | 2,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 358 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,497 | 2,289 | 2,208 |
| Literate Population | 2,457 | 1,399 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,151 | 949 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Valappurnadu
Valappurnadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puliansolai R.f. | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Ariyurnadu | West | 3.63 km |
| Ariyursolai R.f. | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Gundurnadu | North | 4.51 km |
| Puliyansolaikombai | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Pasallikombai | East | 5.12 km |
| Gundur R.f. | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Devanurnadu | South | 6.98 km |
| Sukkalampatti Kombai | North-East | 7.14 km |
| Valavanthinadu | West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valappurnadu
Public transport in the Valappurnadu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timmachipuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Valappurnadu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valappurnadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valappurnadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Valappurnadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valappurnadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Valappurnadu
Where is Valappurnadu located?
Valappurnadu village is located in Kolli Hills Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valappurnadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Valappurnadu is Valappur Nadu.
What is the pincode of Valappurnadu?
The pincode of Valappurnadu is 637411.
What is the population of Valappurnadu?
Valappurnadu has a total population of 4,608, including 2,348 males and 2,260 females.
How many households are there in Valappurnadu?
There are 1,266 households in Valappurnadu.
What is the literacy rate in Valappurnadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valappurnadu is 53.32%. Male literacy is 59.58% and female literacy is 46.81%.