Viluppanur - Srivilliputhur, Virudhunagar
Viluppanur is a village situated in the Srivilliputhur taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srivilliputhur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Koonampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viluppanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viluppanur is 641234. The village covers a total geographical area of 2238.39 hectares and falls under the 626138 pincode. Srivilliputhur is the nearest town.
Viluppanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srivilliputhur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viluppanur
According to the 2011 Census, Viluppanur village had a total population of 5,304 people, including 2,719 males and 2,585 females, living in 1,557 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.74%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 72.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,864, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,304 | 2,719 | 2,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 285 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,864 | 1,431 | 1,433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,843 | 2,152 | 1,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 567 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Viluppanur
Viluppanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallingaperi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Pattakkulam Sallipatti | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Puvani | West | 2.97 km |
| Mullikulam | South | 3.48 km |
| S.ammapatti | East | 3.76 km |
| Tachchakkudi | East | 3.80 km |
| Krishnaperi | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Muthuvenkatarayapuram | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Tadagannai Managaseri | South | 4.71 km |
| Kunnur | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viluppanur
Viluppanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Srivilliputtur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Viluppanur is about 40 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 Viluppanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viluppanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Viluppanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viluppanur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Viluppanur
Where is Viluppanur located?
Viluppanur village is located in Srivilliputhur Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viluppanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Viluppanur is Koonampatti.
What is the pincode of Viluppanur?
The pincode of Viluppanur is 626138.
What is the population of Viluppanur?
Viluppanur had a total population of 5,304, including 2,719 males and 2,585 females.
How many households are there in Viluppanur?
Viluppanur had 1,557 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viluppanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viluppanur was 80.74%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 72.70%.