Vellavoor - Changanassery, Kottayam
Vellavoor is a village situated in the Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Changanassery and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Vellavoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellavoor is 628190. The village covers a total geographical area of 2346 hectares and falls under the 686543 pincode. Changanassery is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Vellavoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vellavoor
As per Census 2011, Vellavoor village has a total population of 17,150 people, consisting of 8,351 males and 8,799 females. The village has 4,337 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,311 literate and 1,839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellavoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,150 | 8,351 | 8,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,470 | 760 | 710 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,405 | 1,185 | 1,220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 15,311 | 7,451 | 7,860 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,839 | 900 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Vellavoor
Vellavoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vellavoor
Vellavoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Changanassery to Vellavoor is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Vellavoor is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellavoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellavoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vellavoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellavoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vellavoor
Where is Vellavoor located?
Vellavoor village is located in Changanassery Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellavoor?
Vellavoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vellavoor?
The pincode of Vellavoor is 686543.
What is the population of Vellavoor?
Vellavoor has a total population of 17,150, including 8,351 males and 8,799 females.
How many households are there in Vellavoor?
There are 4,337 households in Vellavoor.
What is the literacy rate in Vellavoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellavoor is 89.28%. Male literacy is 89.22% and female literacy is 89.33%.