Vedalam - Kandachipuram, Viluppuram

Vedalam is a village situated in the Kandachipuram taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Tirukkoyilur and around 36 km from Viluppuram. Pilrampattu.s serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vedalam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedalam is 633083. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.89 hectares and falls under the 605701 pincode. Arakandanallur is the nearest town.

Vedalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirukoilur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Viluppuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Vedalam

According to the 2011 Census, Vedalam village had a total population of 860 people, including 418 males and 442 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 73.83% and female literacy at 55.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 555, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Vedalam

Vedalam 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Vedalam

Vedalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mugaiyur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Vedalam is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Vedalam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedalam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Vedalam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedalam village are given below:

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