Vellanad
Vellanad is a village located in Nedumangad taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nedumangad (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Vellanad village is also a gram panchayat.
Vellanad has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvananthapuram 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 Vellanad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellanad is 628500. The village spans a total geographical area of 2182 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695543. Nedumangad is nearest town to Vellanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Vellanad
Below is a concise population overview of Vellanad 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 | 28,667 | 13,923 | 14,744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,388 | 1,242 | 1,146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,011 | 942 | 1,069 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 169 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 24,254 | 12,032 | 12,222 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,413 | 1,891 | 2,522 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellanad village:
- The total population of Vellanad village is around 28,667, including approximately 13,923 males and 14,744 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,388 children aged 0–6 years in Vellanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellanad village has 2,011 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 351 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellanad village is about 84.61%, with male literacy at 86.42% and female literacy at 82.89%.
- There are around 7,575 households in Vellanad village.
Connectivity of Vellanad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellanad. As per the 2011 stats, Vellanad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellanad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellanad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellanad
- Where is Vellanad located?
- Vellanad village is situated in Nedumangad Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellanad?
- Vellanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellanad?
- The pincode of Vellanad is 695543, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellanad is 28,667, with 13,923 males and 14,744 females.
- How many households are there in Vellanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellanad village has a total of 7,575 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellanad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellanad is 84.61%. The male literacy rate is 86.42%, while the female literacy rate is 82.89%.