Veliyam
About Veliyam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Veliyam village is 628419. Veliyam village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Veliyam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1513 hectares. Veliyam has a total population of 16,298 peoples, out of which male population is 7,692 while female population is 8,606. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1118 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of veliyam village is 83.97% out of which 85.61% males and 82.50% females are literate. There are about 4,332 houses in veliyam village. Pincode of veliyam village locality is 691540.
When it comes to administration, Veliyam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Veliyam village comes under Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to veliyam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Veliyam
The population details of Veliyam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,298 | 7,692 | 8,606 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,550 | 777 | 773 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,938 | 1,370 | 1,568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 13,685 | 6,585 | 7,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,613 | 1,107 | 1,506 |
Connectivity of Veliyam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Veliyam
Where is Veliyam located?
Veliyam village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veliyam?
Veliyam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Veliyam?
The pincode of Veliyam is 691540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Veliyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veliyam is 16,298, with 7,692 males and 8,606 females.
How many households are there in Veliyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Veliyam village has a total of 4,332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veliyam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veliyam is 83.97%. The male literacy rate is 85.61%, while the female literacy rate is 82.50%.