Watrap - Watrap, Virudhunagar
Watrap is a village situated in the Watrap taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from Srivilliputhur and around 45 km from Virudhunagar. Khansapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watrap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watrap is 641211. The village covers a total geographical area of 2604.07 hectares and falls under the 626132 pincode. Vatthirayirupu is the nearest town.
Watrap 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 Watrap
As per Census 2011, Watrap village has a total population of 3,875 people, consisting of 1,909 males and 1,966 females. The village has 1,102 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,360 literate and 1,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watrap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,875 | 1,909 | 1,966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 465 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,338 | 1,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 571 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Watrap
Watrap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharajapuram | East | 3.26 km |
| S. Kodikulam | West | 4.44 km |
| Saptur Rf | North | 5.25 km |
| Thambipatti | East | 5.48 km |
| Khansabpuram | South-West | 6.88 km |
| Kottaiyur | East | 6.99 km |
| Sundarapandiyam | South-East | 7.49 km |
| Marakalamkathan | East | 9.01 km |
| Ilandaikulam | East | 9.45 km |
| Thulukkapatti | South-East | 9.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watrap
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Watrap. The nearest railway station is Srivilliputtur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 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 Watrap 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 Watrap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watrap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Watrap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watrap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Watrap
Where is Watrap located?
Watrap village is located in Watrap Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watrap?
The Gram Panchayat of Watrap is Khansapuram.
What is the pincode of Watrap?
The pincode of Watrap is 626132.
What is the population of Watrap?
Watrap has a total population of 3,875, including 1,909 males and 1,966 females.
How many households are there in Watrap?
There are 1,102 households in Watrap.
What is the literacy rate in Watrap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watrap is 60.90%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 51.98%.