Ravanapuram - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
Ravanapuram is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udumalaipettai and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Ravanapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravanapuram is 644851. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043.17 hectares and falls under the 642122 pincode. Dhali is the nearest town.
Ravanapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madathukulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pollachi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravanapuram
As per Census 2011, Ravanapuram village has a total population of 2,509 people, consisting of 1,253 males and 1,256 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,668 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravanapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,509 | 1,253 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 208 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 925 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 328 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Ravanapuram
Ravanapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devanurpudur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Arthanaripalayam | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Erisinampatti | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Pungamuthur | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Jilobanaickampalayam | East | 5.36 km |
| Kodingiam | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Sellappampalayam | North | 5.87 km |
| S. Nallur | North | 6.19 km |
| Krishnapuram | East | 6.65 km |
| Arasur | East | 6.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravanapuram
Ravanapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pollachi Jn, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ravanapuram is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravanapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravanapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravanapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravanapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravanapuram
Where is Ravanapuram located?
Ravanapuram village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravanapuram?
Ravanapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravanapuram?
The pincode of Ravanapuram is 642122.
What is the population of Ravanapuram?
Ravanapuram has a total population of 2,509, including 1,253 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Ravanapuram?
There are 741 households in Ravanapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Ravanapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravanapuram is 66.48%. Male literacy is 73.82% and female literacy is 59.16%.