Veppadi - Yercaud, Salem
Veppadi is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Nagalur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veppadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veppadi is 634084. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.47 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Boomidi is the nearest town.
Veppadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veppadi
As per Census 2011, Veppadi village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 112 males and 109 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veppadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 61 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Veppadi
Veppadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veppadi
Public transport in the Veppadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Veppadi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veppadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veppadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veppadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veppadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veppadi
Where is Veppadi located?
Veppadi village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veppadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Veppadi is Nagalur.
What is the pincode of Veppadi?
The pincode of Veppadi is 636602.
What is the population of Veppadi?
Veppadi has a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Veppadi?
There are 50 households in Veppadi.
What is the literacy rate in Veppadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veppadi is 39.37%. Male literacy is 45.54% and female literacy is 33.03%.