Veerappanur - Jamunamarathoor, Tiruvannamalai
Veerappanur is a village situated in the Jamunamarathoor taluka of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Veerappanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerappanur is 631658. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.8 hectares and falls under the 635703 pincode. Kannamangalam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Veerappanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalasapakkam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerappanur
As per Census 2011, Veerappanur village has a total population of 3,269 people, consisting of 1,643 males and 1,626 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 2,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerappanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,269 | 1,643 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 230 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,157 | 1,578 | 1,579 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 767 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,086 | 876 | 1,210 |
Nearby Villages of Veerappanur
Veerappanur 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 Veerappanur
Public transport in the Veerappanur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veerappanur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kannamangalam to Veerappanur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerappanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerappanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerappanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerappanur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veerappanur
Where is Veerappanur located?
Veerappanur village is located in Jamunamarathoor Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerappanur?
Veerappanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veerappanur?
The pincode of Veerappanur is 635703.
What is the population of Veerappanur?
Veerappanur has a total population of 3,269, including 1,643 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Veerappanur?
There are 784 households in Veerappanur.
What is the literacy rate in Veerappanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerappanur is 36.19%. Male literacy is 46.68% and female literacy is 25.58%.