Vellalur
Vellalur is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Vellalur village is also a gram panchayat.
Vellalur has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Vellalur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellalur is 640538. The village spans a total geographical area of 1359.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625106. Melur is nearest town to Vellalur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellalur
Population of Vellalur
Below is a concise population overview of Vellalur 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 | 7,188 | 3,555 | 3,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 468 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,100 | 560 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,195 | 2,779 | 2,416 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,993 | 776 | 1,217 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellalur village:
- The total population of Vellalur village is around 7,188, including approximately 3,555 males and 3,633 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 831 children aged 0–6 years in Vellalur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellalur village has 1,100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellalur village is about 72.27%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 66.50%.
- There are around 1,992 households in Vellalur village.
Connectivity of Vellalur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellalur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellalur 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 Vellalur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellalur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellalur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellalur
- Where is Vellalur located?
- Vellalur village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellalur?
- Vellalur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellalur?
- The pincode of Vellalur is 625106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellalur is 7,188, with 3,555 males and 3,633 females.
- How many households are there in Vellalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellalur village has a total of 1,992 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellalur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellalur is 72.27%. The male literacy rate is 78.17%, while the female literacy rate is 66.50%.