# Veeravanallur

Veeravanallur (Veeravanallur) is a selection grade special panchayat town in the Cheranmahadevi taluk of Tirunelveli district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

## Location

Veeravanallur Town Panchayat (also called Veerai) is located between Tiruppudaimarudur and Cheranmahadevi, on the banks of the Thamirabarani River. It is located 28 km from Tirunelveli; 40 km from Tenkasi; 40 km from Alangulam; and 30 km from Kalakkad.

## Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Veeravanallur had a population of 19,681. Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%. Veeravanallur has an average literacy rate of 76%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 83%, and female literacy is 69%. In Veeravanallur, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.

## Structure of Town Panchayat

The Veeravanallur town panchayat has a total area of 9.13 km$^2$, 18 wards, and 129 streets. It falls under the Ambasamudram Assembly Constituency and the Tirunelveli Lok Sabha Constituency.

## Facilities

Water Facilities
Source of water is Thamirabarani River. 2.33 million liters of drinking water is distributed daily through 5 overhead water tanks.
Healthcare
* Government Primary Health Centre and some private hospitals provide health care.

## Schools
### High Schools

* Bharathiyar Government Higher Secondary School (English, Tamil) (Formerly: Hindu Higher Secondary School)
* St. John's Higher Secondary School (English, Tamil)

### Middle Schools

* R.C. Middle School
* Panchayat Union Middle School (English, Tamil)
* Thiru Gnana Sambandhar Middle School

### Primary Schools

* Indira Nursery and Primary School (English)
* TDTA Primary School (Tamil)
* Sakayam Lourdes Antony Primary School

## Colleges

* St. John's College of Education
* St. John's College of Physical Education

## Transportation

Veeravanallur, has both Government and Private bus facilities almost to all parts of the district, especially to the cities of Tirunelveli, Ambasamudram, Papnasam, Tenkasi, and Nagercoil. There are also specific buses to Madurai, Rameshwaram, and Dindigul districts.
Veeravanallur railway station provides train services to Tirunelveli and the cities of Tenkasi and Sengottai.

## Temples
### Bhoominatha Swamy Temple

The Bhoominatha Swamy Temple in Veeravanallur is a renowned temple. The unique feature of this temple is that the sun's rays fall on the Lord's head throughout the month of Maasi. Bus facilities are available from Nelli, Cheranmahadevi, and Ambasamudram to this temple. Those coming by vehicle can reach the temple via Aru Palam from Mukkudal or by traveling 1 km inside the village from Veeravanallur.

### Sundararaja Perumal Temple

The ancient Sundararaja Perumal Temple is also located in Veeravanallur.

### Draupadi Amman Temple

The Draupadi Amman Temple is a very famous temple. The Pookuzhi Thirunal festival is celebrated with great fanfare here on the last Friday of the Tamil month of Aadi.

## Geographical Indication Tag

Nestled in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu lies Veeravanallur, a village steeped in rich history, vibrant culture, and a thriving textile industry renowned for its handloom weaving tradition. From the looms of this village emerges a captivating garment – the Chedi Butta saree, recently recognized with a prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Chedi Butta Sarees - The name itself encapsulates the essence of these sarees, with "chedi" [Tamil] translating to "plant" in Tamil and "butta" signifying "motif". As the name suggests, the Chedi Butta saree is a canvas adorned with the captivating beauty of nature (plant and flower), woven to life and crafted from threads of fine silk and superior cotton. These sarees are lightweight and comfortable, ideal for the warm Indian climate.
This prestigious recognition of GI tag signifies the unique character and craftsmanship associated with these sarees, woven exclusively in the Tirunelveli district. The GI tag not only protects the intellectual property of the weavers but also promotes the traditional art form on a global platform.

## Notable People from Veeravanallur

* Veeravanallur Vedantham Sadagopan: A music scholar and actor