Vellore - Nagalapuram, Tirupati
Vellore is a village situated in the Nagalapuram mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Nagalapuram and around 116 km from Chittoor. Vellore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellore is 596342. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 517589 pincode. Uthukotai (tamilnadu) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vellore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vellore
As per Census 2011, Vellore village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 710 males and 700 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 764 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 868 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 710 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 868 | 423 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 435 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 275 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Vellore
Vellore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagalapuram | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Sadasiva Sankarapuram | North | 2.97 km |
| Krishnapuram | West | 3.16 km |
| Vembakam | East | 3.66 km |
| Baitakodiambedu | South | 3.66 km |
| Kalanjeri | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Rajanagaram | West | 4.91 km |
| Kadivedu | North | 5.48 km |
| Ramapuram | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Ramagiri | West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vellore
Vellore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vepagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uthukotai (tamilnadu) to Vellore is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Vellore is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vellore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vellore
Where is Vellore located?
Vellore village is located in Nagalapuram Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellore?
Vellore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vellore?
The pincode of Vellore is 517589.
What is the population of Vellore?
Vellore has a total population of 1,410, including 710 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Vellore?
There are 350 households in Vellore.
What is the literacy rate in Vellore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellore is 54.18%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 47.00%.