Velangudi - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Velangudi is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Velangudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velangudi is 637873. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.78 hectares and falls under the 612701 pincode. Melattur is the nearest town.
Velangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nannilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velangudi
As per Census 2011, Velangudi village has a total population of 1,608 people, consisting of 817 males and 791 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velangudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,608 | 817 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 400 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 629 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 188 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Velangudi
Velangudi 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 Velangudi
Public transport in the Velangudi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velangudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thiruvarur to Velangudi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velangudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velangudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velangudi
Where is Velangudi located?
Velangudi village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velangudi?
Velangudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velangudi?
The pincode of Velangudi is 612701.
What is the population of Velangudi?
Velangudi has a total population of 1,608, including 817 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Velangudi?
There are 396 households in Velangudi.
What is the literacy rate in Velangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velangudi is 69.96%. Male literacy is 76.99% and female literacy is 62.71%.