Valavandhi (West) - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Valavandhi (West) is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Valavanthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valavandhi (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valavandhi (West) is 635725. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043.22 hectares and falls under the 621211 pincode. Musiri is the nearest town.
Valavandhi (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valavandhi (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Valavandhi (West) village had a total population of 2,155 people, including 1,103 males and 1,052 females, living in 537 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 50.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 2,155 | 1,103 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 136 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 686 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 417 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Valavandhi (West)
Valavandhi (West) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perur | East | 3.07 km |
| Mangalam | North | 3.25 km |
| Kamatchipatti | South | 3.88 km |
| Soorampatti | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Thulayanatham | North-East | 4.35 km |
| M.pudupatti West | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Jeyankondam | East | 5.00 km |
| Thumbalam | West | 5.05 km |
| Mavilipatti | North | 5.43 km |
| Mooveli I | South | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valavandhi (West)
Valavandhi (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kulitalai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Valavandhi (West) 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 Valavandhi (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valavandhi (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valavandhi (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valavandhi (West) 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 Valavandhi (West)
Where is Valavandhi (West) located?
Valavandhi (West) village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Valavandhi (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Valavandhi (West) is Valavanthi.
What is the pincode of Valavandhi (West)?
The pincode of Valavandhi (West) is 621211.
What is the population of Valavandhi (West)?
Valavandhi (West) had a total population of 2,155, including 1,103 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Valavandhi (West)?
Valavandhi (West) had 537 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valavandhi (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valavandhi (West) was 60.98%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 50.99%.