Velom
About Velom
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velom village is 627350. Velom village is located in Vadakara taluka of Kozhikode district in Kerala, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Vadakara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kozhikode. As per 2009 stats, Velom village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2581 hectares. Velom has a total population of 26,738 peoples, out of which male population is 12,761 while female population is 13,977. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1095 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velom village is 80.08% out of which 83.65% males and 76.83% females are literate. There are about 6,082 houses in velom village. Pincode of velom village locality is 673508.
Kozhikode is nearest town to velom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Velom
The population details of Velom 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 | 26,738 | 12,761 | 13,977 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,220 | 1,606 | 1,614 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,127 | 553 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 21,412 | 10,674 | 10,738 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,326 | 2,087 | 3,239 |
Connectivity of Velom
| 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 Velom
Where is Velom located?
Velom village is situated in Vadakara Taluka, within the Kozhikode district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velom?
Velom serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velom?
The pincode of Velom is 673508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velom is 26,738, with 12,761 males and 13,977 females.
How many households are there in Velom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velom village has a total of 6,082 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velom is 80.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.65%, while the female literacy rate is 76.83%.