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.
Here you can discover what makes Vellamunda unique in its vibrant Mananthavady-Wayanad region. You’ll see Vellamunda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vellamunda has a total population of about 18,069, with approximately 8,888 males and 9,181 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 344 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,675. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.02%, with male literacy at about 80.50% and female literacy near 73.64%. There are around 3,946 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellamunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.