Govindapuram - Dharapuram, Tiruppur
Govindapuram is a village situated in the Dharapuram taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharapuram and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Govindapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindapuram is 644681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1854.5 hectares and falls under the 638657 pincode. Dharapuram is the nearest town.
Govindapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindapuram
As per Census 2011, Govindapuram village has a total population of 4,130 people, consisting of 2,094 males and 2,036 females. The village has 1,242 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,308 literate and 1,822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,075 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govindapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,130 | 2,094 | 2,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,075 | 547 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,308 | 1,325 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,822 | 769 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Govindapuram
Govindapuram 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 Govindapuram
Govindapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Govindapuram is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govindapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindapuram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Govindapuram
Where is Govindapuram located?
Govindapuram village is located in Dharapuram Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindapuram?
Govindapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govindapuram?
The pincode of Govindapuram is 638657.
What is the population of Govindapuram?
Govindapuram has a total population of 4,130, including 2,094 males and 2,036 females.
How many households are there in Govindapuram?
There are 1,242 households in Govindapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Govindapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindapuram is 55.88%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 48.28%.