Vellamunda
Vellamunda is a village located in Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mananthavady (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Vellamunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Vellamunda has its own place in the vibrant Wayanad 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 Vellamunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellamunda is 627307. The village spans a total geographical area of 3578 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670731. Kalpetta is nearest town to Vellamunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Vellamunda
Population of Vellamunda
Below is a concise population overview of Vellamunda 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 | 18,069 | 8,888 | 9,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,386 | 1,250 | 1,136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,675 | 1,288 | 1,387 |
| Literate Population | 13,916 | 7,155 | 6,761 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,153 | 1,733 | 2,420 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellamunda village:
- The total population of Vellamunda village is around 18,069, including approximately 8,888 males and 9,181 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,386 children aged 0–6 years in Vellamunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellamunda village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,675 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellamunda village is about 77.02%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 73.64%.
- There are around 3,946 households in Vellamunda village.
Connectivity of Vellamunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellamunda. As per the 2011 stats, Vellamunda 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 Vellamunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellamunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellamunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellamunda
- Where is Vellamunda located?
- Vellamunda village is situated in Mananthavady Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellamunda?
- Vellamunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellamunda?
- The pincode of Vellamunda is 670731, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellamunda is 18,069, with 8,888 males and 9,181 females.
- How many households are there in Vellamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellamunda village has a total of 3,946 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellamunda is 77.02%. The male literacy rate is 80.50%, while the female literacy rate is 73.64%.