Vembur - Ettayapuram, Thoothukkudi
Vembur is a village situated in the Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ettayapuram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Vembur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vembur is 642247. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368.38 hectares and falls under the 628905 pincode. Sathur is the nearest town.
Vembur 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 Vembur
As per Census 2011, Vembur village has a total population of 2,359 people, consisting of 1,182 males and 1,177 females. The village has 688 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,528 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vembur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,359 | 1,182 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 249 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 865 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 317 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Vembur
Vembur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pattithevanpatti | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Kodangipatti (vembur) | North | 3.26 km |
| Ayan Karisalkulam | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Melakarandai | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Keelakarandai | South | 4.63 km |
| Mettilpatti | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Muthusamypuram | East | 5.16 km |
| Pandalkudi | North | 5.40 km |
| Shencottai | South | 5.76 km |
| P.andipatti | North | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vembur
Vembur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thoothukkudi to Vembur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vembur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vembur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vembur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vembur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vembur
Where is Vembur located?
Vembur village is located in Ettayapuram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vembur?
Vembur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vembur?
The pincode of Vembur is 628905.
What is the population of Vembur?
Vembur has a total population of 2,359, including 1,182 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Vembur?
There are 688 households in Vembur.
What is the literacy rate in Vembur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vembur is 64.77%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 56.33%.