Venkitapuram - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
Venkitapuram is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udumalaipettai and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Jallipatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkitapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkitapuram is 644870. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.71 hectares and falls under the 642112 pincode. Dhali is the nearest town.
Venkitapuram 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 Venkitapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Venkitapuram village had a total population of 421 people, including 202 males and 219 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.58%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 45.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 421 | 202 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 135 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 67 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Venkitapuram
Venkitapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingamavoor | West | 0.78 km |
| Chinnakumarapalayam | East | 0.97 km |
| Manupatti | East | 3.28 km |
| Kurichikottai | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Pallapalayam | North | 5.18 km |
| Southboothinatham | North | 5.36 km |
| Guruvappanaickanur | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Jallipatti | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Dhali | West | 5.86 km |
| Alampalayam | North-East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkitapuram
Venkitapuram 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 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Venkitapuram is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkitapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkitapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkitapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkitapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkitapuram
Where is Venkitapuram located?
Venkitapuram village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkitapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkitapuram is Jallipatti.
What is the pincode of Venkitapuram?
The pincode of Venkitapuram is 642112.
What is the population of Venkitapuram?
Venkitapuram had a total population of 421, including 202 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Venkitapuram?
Venkitapuram had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkitapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkitapuram was 57.58%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 45.59%.