Vellayur

Vellayur is a village located in Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nilambur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Kalikavu is the gram panchayat of Vellayur village.

Here you can discover what makes Vellayur unique in its vibrant Nilambur-Malappuram region. You’ll see Vellayur’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 Vellayur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellayur is 627484. The village spans a total geographical area of 2429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679327. Manjeri is nearest town to Vellayur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Vellayur

According to the 2011 Census, Vellayur has a total population of about 25,906, with approximately 12,240 males and 13,666 females. The sex ratio is around 1116 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,741 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.31%, with male literacy at about 80.63% and female literacy near 78.12%. There are around 5,106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 25,906 12,240 13,666
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,741 1,880 1,861
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,174 1,050 1,124
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 36 15 21
Literate Population 20,545 9,869 10,676
Illiterate Population 5,361 2,371 2,990

Connectivity of Vellayur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellayur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellayur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Vellayur

Knowing the nearby villages of Vellayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellayur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vellayur

Where is Vellayur located?
Vellayur village is situated in Nilambur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellayur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellayur is Kalikavu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vellayur?
The pincode of Vellayur is 679327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vellayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellayur is 25,906, with 12,240 males and 13,666 females.
How many households are there in Vellayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vellayur village has a total of 5,106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellayur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellayur is 79.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.63%, while the female literacy rate is 78.12%.