Vanavasi - Mettur, Salem
Vanavasi is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Sanarapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vanavasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanavasi is 633790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1917.42 hectares and falls under the 636457 pincode. Vanavasi is the nearest town.
Vanavasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Edappadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vanavasi
As per Census 2011, Vanavasi village has a total population of 6,704 people, consisting of 3,481 males and 3,223 females. The village has 1,780 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,424 literate and 3,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vanavasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,704 | 3,481 | 3,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 383 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 479 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 3,424 | 2,052 | 1,372 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,280 | 1,429 | 1,851 |
Nearby Villages of Vanavasi
Vanavasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasagappatti | South | 2.65 km |
| Periyasoragai | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Chinnasoragai | East | 4.04 km |
| Ariyampatti | South | 4.74 km |
| Virudasampatti | North | 4.91 km |
| Mallikuttappatti | East | 5.12 km |
| Mallikuttai | East | 6.34 km |
| Selavadi | South | 6.35 km |
| Manathal | East | 6.74 km |
| Pottaneri | North | 7.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vanavasi
Vanavasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mecheri Road, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.3 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 Salem to Vanavasi is about 36 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 Vanavasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanavasi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vanavasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanavasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vanavasi
Where is Vanavasi located?
Vanavasi village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanavasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanavasi is Sanarapatti.
What is the pincode of Vanavasi?
The pincode of Vanavasi is 636457.
What is the population of Vanavasi?
Vanavasi has a total population of 6,704, including 3,481 males and 3,223 females.
How many households are there in Vanavasi?
There are 1,780 households in Vanavasi.
What is the literacy rate in Vanavasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanavasi is 51.07%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 42.57%.