Virachchipalayam
Virachchipalayam is a village located in Sankari taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sankari (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Veerachipalayam is the gram panchayat of Virachchipalayam village.
Here you can discover what makes Virachchipalayam unique in its vibrant Sankari-Salem region. You’ll see Virachchipalayam’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 Virachchipalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virachchipalayam is 633947. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637303. Sankari is nearest town to Virachchipalayam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Virachchipalayam
Population of Virachchipalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Virachchipalayam has a total population of about 1,272, with approximately 631 males and 641 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 482 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 63.13%, with male literacy at about 70.52% and female literacy near 55.85%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virachchipalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,272 | 631 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 255 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 803 | 445 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 186 | 283 |
Connectivity of Virachchipalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virachchipalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Virachchipalayam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Virachchipalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Virachchipalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virachchipalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virachchipalayam
- Where is Virachchipalayam located?
- Virachchipalayam village is situated in Sankari Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virachchipalayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Virachchipalayam is Veerachipalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Virachchipalayam?
- The pincode of Virachchipalayam is 637303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Virachchipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virachchipalayam is 1,272, with 631 males and 641 females.
- How many households are there in Virachchipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virachchipalayam village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virachchipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virachchipalayam is 63.13%. The male literacy rate is 70.52%, while the female literacy rate is 55.85%.