Vellad
Vellad is a village located in Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Taliparamba (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Udayagiri is the gram panchayat of Vellad village.
Here you can discover what makes Vellad unique in its vibrant Taliparamba-Kannur region. You’ll see Vellad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vellad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellad is 627191. The village spans a total geographical area of 8094 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670571. Taliparamba is nearest town to Vellad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Vellad
Population of Vellad
According to the 2011 Census, Vellad has a total population of about 25,875, with approximately 12,985 males and 12,890 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,499 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 471 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,913. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.59%, with male literacy at about 87.09% and female literacy near 86.10%. There are around 6,229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,875 | 12,985 | 12,890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,499 | 1,325 | 1,174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 236 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,913 | 959 | 954 |
| Literate Population | 22,406 | 11,308 | 11,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,469 | 1,677 | 1,792 |
Connectivity of Vellad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellad. As per the 2011 stats, Vellad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellad
- Where is Vellad located?
- Vellad village is situated in Taliparamba Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vellad is Udayagiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vellad?
- The pincode of Vellad is 670571, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellad is 25,875, with 12,985 males and 12,890 females.
- How many households are there in Vellad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellad village has a total of 6,229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellad is 86.59%. The male literacy rate is 87.09%, while the female literacy rate is 86.10%.