Venugopalapuram - R K Pet, Thiruvallur
Venugopalapuram is a village situated in the R K Pet taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Vediyangadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venugopalapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venugopalapuram is 628967. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.58 hectares and falls under the 631302 pincode. Sholingar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Venugopalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruttani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venugopalapuram
As per Census 2011, Venugopalapuram village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 130 males and 130 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venugopalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 103 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 27 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keeraisathu | West | 2.19 km |
| Vasur | South | 2.93 km |
| Palleri | South | 4.05 km |
| Narasimhapuram @ A.khandriga | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Devalambapuram | East | 4.26 km |
| Ponnai | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Gollapalli | West | 4.33 km |
| Erukkambattu | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Vallimalai | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Madandakuppam | West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramapuram, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 3 |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 3 |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sholingar to Venugopalapuram is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venugopalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venugopalapuram 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venugopalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venugopalapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venugopalapuram
Where is Venugopalapuram located?
Venugopalapuram village is located in R K Pet Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venugopalapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Venugopalapuram is Vediyangadu.
What is the pincode of Venugopalapuram?
The pincode of Venugopalapuram is 631302.
What is the population of Venugopalapuram?
Venugopalapuram has a total population of 260, including 130 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Venugopalapuram?
There are 73 households in Venugopalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venugopalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venugopalapuram is 63.85%. Male literacy is 79.23% and female literacy is 48.46%.