Velanoorani - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Velanoorani is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Velanoorani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velanoorani is 641619. The village covers a total geographical area of 1338.26 hectares and falls under the 626612 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Velanoorani 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 Velanoorani
As per Census 2011, Velanoorani village has a total population of 3,401 people, consisting of 1,729 males and 1,672 females. The village has 838 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,471 literate and 930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velanoorani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,401 | 1,729 | 1,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,471 | 1,382 | 1,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 347 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Velanoorani
Velanoorani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattanpatti | North | 2.33 km |
| Damodarapuram | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Silampatti | West | 3.11 km |
| Poomalaipatti | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Illuppaiyur | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Anaikulam | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Neeravi | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Sethupuram | North-West | 4.63 km |
| N.karisalkulam | South | 4.69 km |
| Vedanatham | West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velanoorani
Velanoorani 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 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Velanoorani 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 Velanoorani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velanoorani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velanoorani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velanoorani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velanoorani
Where is Velanoorani located?
Velanoorani village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velanoorani?
Velanoorani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velanoorani?
The pincode of Velanoorani is 626612.
What is the population of Velanoorani?
Velanoorani has a total population of 3,401, including 1,729 males and 1,672 females.
How many households are there in Velanoorani?
There are 838 households in Velanoorani.
What is the literacy rate in Velanoorani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanoorani is 72.66%. Male literacy is 79.93% and female literacy is 65.13%.