Vedanatham - Aruppukkottai, Virudhunagar
Vedanatham is a village situated in the Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aruppukkottai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Vedanatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedanatham is 641668. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.35 hectares and falls under the 626114 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Vedanatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vedanatham
According to the 2011 Census, Vedanatham village had a total population of 681 people, including 352 males and 329 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.52%, with male literacy at 91.08% and female literacy at 70.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 681 | 352 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 296 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 56 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Vedanatham
Vedanatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silampatti | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Thammanaickenpatti | North | 2.12 km |
| Parattanatham | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Mudimannarkottai | South | 2.84 km |
| Erasinnampatti | West | 2.86 km |
| Illuppaiyur | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Neeravi | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Pillaiyar Natham | North | 4.41 km |
| Kalyanasundarapuram | West | 4.50 km |
| Aladipatti | North-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vedanatham
Vedanatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Virudhunagar to Vedanatham is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedanatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedanatham 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vedanatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedanatham 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vedanatham
Where is Vedanatham located?
Vedanatham village is located in Aruppukkottai Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedanatham?
Vedanatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vedanatham?
The pincode of Vedanatham is 626114.
What is the population of Vedanatham?
Vedanatham had a total population of 681, including 352 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Vedanatham?
Vedanatham had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vedanatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedanatham was 81.52%. Male literacy was 91.08% and female literacy was 70.89%.