Virusampatti - Vilathikulam, Thoothukkudi
Virusampatti is a village situated in the Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vilathikulam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Virusampatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virusampatti is 642370. The village covers a total geographical area of 1352.18 hectares and falls under the 628907 pincode. Vilathikulam is the nearest town.
Virusampatti 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 Virusampatti
According to the 2011 Census, Virusampatti village had a total population of 1,288 people, including 663 males and 625 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 66.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 693.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 663 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 356 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 493 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 170 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Virusampatti
Virusampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vedapatti (v) | South | 2.26 km |
| Mandhikulam | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Nedungulam | East | 3.34 km |
| Puliangulam | South | 3.82 km |
| Kannimarkuttam | East | 3.86 km |
| Madharajapuram | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Poosanoor | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Pallakulam | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Kuralayampatti | North | 5.29 km |
| Marthandampatti | West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virusampatti
Virusampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tuticorin, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Virusampatti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virusampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virusampatti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virusampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virusampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virusampatti
Where is Virusampatti located?
Virusampatti village is located in Vilathikulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virusampatti?
Virusampatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virusampatti?
The pincode of Virusampatti is 628907.
What is the population of Virusampatti?
Virusampatti had a total population of 1,288, including 663 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Virusampatti?
Virusampatti had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virusampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virusampatti was 73.15%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 66.08%.