Velanur
Velanur is a village located in Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Harur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Dharmapuri. As per 2009 stats, Sittling is the gram panchayat of Velanur village.
Here you can discover what makes Velanur unique in its vibrant Harur-Dharmapuri region. You’ll see Velanur’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 Velanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velanur is 643455. The village spans a total geographical area of 809.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636906. Harur is nearest town to Velanur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Velanur
Population of Velanur
According to the 2011 Census, Velanur has a total population of about 2,529, with approximately 1,282 males and 1,247 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.34%, with male literacy at about 50.23% and female literacy near 36.25%. There are around 622 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,529 | 1,282 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 158 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,317 | 1,175 | 1,142 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 644 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,433 | 638 | 795 |
Connectivity of Velanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velanur. As per the 2011 stats, Velanur 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 Velanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Velanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velanur
- Where is Velanur located?
- Velanur village is situated in Harur Taluka, within the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velanur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velanur is Sittling (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velanur?
- The pincode of Velanur is 636906, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velanur is 2,529, with 1,282 males and 1,247 females.
- How many households are there in Velanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velanur village has a total of 622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velanur is 43.34%. The male literacy rate is 50.23%, while the female literacy rate is 36.25%.