Valampatti - Ettayapuram, Thoothukkudi
Valampatti is a village situated in the Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ettayapuram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Mela Eral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valampatti is 642288. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.31 hectares and falls under the 628908 pincode. Ettayapuram is the nearest town.
Valampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vilathikulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valampatti
As per Census 2011, Valampatti village has a total population of 758 people, consisting of 346 males and 412 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 660 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 758 | 346 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 660 | 305 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 247 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 99 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Valampatti
Valampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| T.arunachalapuram | North-East | 1.44 km |
| T.shanmugapuram | West | 1.51 km |
| Manjanaickenpatti | East | 2.81 km |
| Mela Eral | North | 3.16 km |
| Kila Eral | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Athikinar | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Semmaputhur | West | 3.98 km |
| Pungavarnatham | South | 4.48 km |
| Suraikkaipatti | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Podupatti | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valampatti
Valampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadambur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Valampatti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Valampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Valampatti
Where is Valampatti located?
Valampatti village is located in Ettayapuram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Valampatti is Mela Eral.
What is the pincode of Valampatti?
The pincode of Valampatti is 628908.
What is the population of Valampatti?
Valampatti has a total population of 758, including 346 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Valampatti?
There are 230 households in Valampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Valampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valampatti is 61.21%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 52.67%.