Velanur - Harur, Dharmapuri
Velanur is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Sittling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velanur is 643455. The village covers a total geographical area of 809.14 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode.
Velanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velanur
As per Census 2011, Velanur village has a total population of 2,529 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,247 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,096 literate and 1,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,529 | 1,282 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 158 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,317 | 1,175 | 1,142 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 644 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,433 | 638 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Velanur
Velanur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sittilingi Extension R.f. | East | 2.50 km |
| Meithangi | North | 3.16 km |
| Thirthagiri Rf | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Thathampatti | West | 3.31 km |
| Sittilingi | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Kullampatty | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Ammapalayam | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Ammapettai | North-East | 7.46 km |
| Sitteri R.f. | West | 7.50 km |
| Sittilingi R.f. | North-East | 8.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velanur
Public transport in the Velanur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pedanayakanpalayam, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Velanur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velanur
Where is Velanur located?
Velanur village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Velanur is Sittling.
What is the pincode of Velanur?
The pincode of Velanur is 636907.
What is the population of Velanur?
Velanur has a total population of 2,529, including 1,282 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Velanur?
There are 622 households in Velanur.
What is the literacy rate in Velanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanur is 43.34%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 36.25%.