Veppalai
Veppalai is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Veppalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Veppalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Veppalai has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Veppalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veppalai is 630388. The village spans a total geographical area of 484.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632520. Thiruvalam is nearest town to Veppalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Veppalai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Katpadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Veppalai
Below is a concise population overview of Veppalai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 910 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 687 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 223 | 393 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Veppalai village:
- The total population of Veppalai village is around 1,826, including approximately 910 males and 916 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Veppalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Veppalai village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Veppalai village is about 66.27%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 57.10%.
- There are around 445 households in Veppalai village.
Connectivity of Veppalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veppalai. As per the 2011 stats, Veppalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Veppalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Veppalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veppalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Veppalai
- Where is Veppalai located?
- Veppalai village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Veppalai?
- Veppalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Veppalai?
- The pincode of Veppalai is 632520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Veppalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veppalai is 1,826, with 910 males and 916 females.
- How many households are there in Veppalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Veppalai village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Veppalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veppalai is 66.27%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 57.10%.