Velvankottai
Velvankottai is a village located in Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Vedasandur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Velvarkottai is the gram panchayat of Velvankottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Velvankottai unique in its vibrant Vedasandur-Dindigul region. You’ll see Velvankottai’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 Velvankottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velvankottai is 635281. The village spans a total geographical area of 1624 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624802. Vadamadurai is nearest town to Velvankottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Velvankottai
Population of Velvankottai
According to the 2011 Census, Velvankottai has a total population of about 6,867, with approximately 3,370 males and 3,497 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 794 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,710 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.88%, with male literacy at about 73.98% and female literacy near 56.11%. There are around 1,692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velvankottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,867 | 3,370 | 3,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 389 | 405 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,710 | 1,328 | 1,382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,455 | 2,493 | 1,962 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,412 | 877 | 1,535 |
Connectivity of Velvankottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velvankottai. As per the 2011 stats, Velvankottai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velvankottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Velvankottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velvankottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velvankottai
- Where is Velvankottai located?
- Velvankottai village is situated in Vedasandur Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velvankottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velvankottai is Velvarkottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velvankottai?
- The pincode of Velvankottai is 624802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velvankottai is 6,867, with 3,370 males and 3,497 females.
- How many households are there in Velvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velvankottai village has a total of 1,692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velvankottai is 64.88%. The male literacy rate is 73.98%, while the female literacy rate is 56.11%.