Devanampalayam - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
Devanampalayam is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Perunkurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devanampalayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devanampalayam is 634709. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.91 hectares and falls under the 637203 pincode. Tiruchengode is the nearest town.
Devanampalayam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devanampalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Devanampalayam village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 679 males and 679 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.03%, with male literacy at 85.76% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 441.
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 | 1,358 | 679 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 536 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 143 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Devanampalayam
Devanampalayam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perunkurichi | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Maniyanur | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Sullipalayam | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Kuppirikapalayam | West | 3.78 km |
| Nallur | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Chittalandur | North | 4.21 km |
| Nallipalayam | North-East | 5.33 km |
| Sengodampalayam | West | 5.43 km |
| Sittampoondi | South | 5.52 km |
| Kolaram | East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devanampalayam
Devanampalayam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pasur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Devanampalayam is about 25 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 Devanampalayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devanampalayam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devanampalayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devanampalayam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devanampalayam
Where is Devanampalayam located?
Devanampalayam village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devanampalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Devanampalayam is Perunkurichi.
What is the pincode of Devanampalayam?
The pincode of Devanampalayam is 637203.
What is the population of Devanampalayam?
Devanampalayam had a total population of 1,358, including 679 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Devanampalayam?
Devanampalayam had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devanampalayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devanampalayam was 77.03%. Male literacy was 85.76% and female literacy was 68.36%.