Velkur
Velkur is a village located in Gangadhara Nellore mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gangadhara Nellore (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Velkuru is the gram panchayat of Velkur village.
Velkur has its own place in the vibrant Chittoor region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Velkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velkur is 596677. The village spans a total geographical area of 434 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517125. Chittoor is nearest town to Velkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Velkur
Population of Velkur
Below is a concise population overview of Velkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,169 | 1,593 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,605 | 793 | 812 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,044 | 1,129 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 464 | 661 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velkur village:
- The total population of Velkur village is around 3,169, including approximately 1,593 males and 1,576 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 314 children aged 0–6 years in Velkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velkur village has 1,605 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velkur village is about 64.50%, with male literacy at 70.87% and female literacy at 58.06%.
- There are around 788 households in Velkur village.
Connectivity of Velkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velkur. As per the 2011 stats, Velkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Velkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velkur
- Where is Velkur located?
- Velkur village is situated in Gangadhara Nellore Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velkur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velkur is Velkuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velkur?
- The pincode of Velkur is 517125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velkur is 3,169, with 1,593 males and 1,576 females.
- How many households are there in Velkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velkur village has a total of 788 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velkur is 64.50%. The male literacy rate is 70.87%, while the female literacy rate is 58.06%.