Vadugapalayam - Dharapuram, Tiruppur
Vadugapalayam is a village situated in the Dharapuram taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharapuram and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Sankarandampalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadugapalayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadugapalayam is 644660. The village covers a total geographical area of 2585.37 hectares and falls under the 638657 pincode. Dharapuram is the nearest town.
Vadugapalayam 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 Vadugapalayam
As per Census 2011, Vadugapalayam village has a total population of 3,226 people, consisting of 1,555 males and 1,671 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,887 literate and 1,339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadugapalayam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,555 | 1,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,002 | 975 | 1,027 |
| Literate Population | 1,887 | 1,046 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 509 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Vadugapalayam
Vadugapalayam 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 Vadugapalayam
Vadugapalayam 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 Vadugapalayam is about 59 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 Vadugapalayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadugapalayam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadugapalayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadugapalayam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadugapalayam
Where is Vadugapalayam located?
Vadugapalayam village is located in Dharapuram Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadugapalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadugapalayam is Sankarandampalayam.
What is the pincode of Vadugapalayam?
The pincode of Vadugapalayam is 638657.
What is the population of Vadugapalayam?
Vadugapalayam has a total population of 3,226, including 1,555 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Vadugapalayam?
There are 1,056 households in Vadugapalayam.
What is the literacy rate in Vadugapalayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadugapalayam is 58.49%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 50.33%.