Velloor
Velloor is a village located in Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Vaikom (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Velloor village is also a gram panchayat.
Velloor has its own place in the vibrant Kottayam 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 Velloor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velloor is 628140. The village spans a total geographical area of 1723 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686609. Vaikom is nearest town to Velloor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velloor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vaikom Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kottayam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Velloor
Population of Velloor
Below is a concise population overview of Velloor 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 | 22,785 | 11,297 | 11,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,984 | 1,029 | 955 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,382 | 1,680 | 1,702 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 19,923 | 10,006 | 9,917 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,862 | 1,291 | 1,571 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velloor village:
- The total population of Velloor village is around 22,785, including approximately 11,297 males and 11,488 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,984 children aged 0–6 years in Velloor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velloor village has 3,382 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velloor village is about 87.44%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 86.32%.
- There are around 5,605 households in Velloor village.
Connectivity of Velloor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velloor. As per the 2011 stats, Velloor 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Velloor
Knowing the nearby villages of Velloor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velloor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velloor
- Where is Velloor located?
- Velloor village is situated in Vaikom Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velloor?
- Velloor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velloor?
- The pincode of Velloor is 686609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velloor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velloor is 22,785, with 11,297 males and 11,488 females.
- How many households are there in Velloor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velloor village has a total of 5,605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velloor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velloor is 87.44%. The male literacy rate is 88.57%, while the female literacy rate is 86.32%.