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.
Here you can discover what makes Vellalur unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Vellalur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vellalur has a total population of about 7,188, with approximately 3,555 males and 3,633 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 831 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.27%, with male literacy at about 78.17% and female literacy near 66.50%. There are around 1,992 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellalur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.