Vellakulam
Vellakulam is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, K Vellakulam is the gram panchayat of Vellakulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Vellakulam unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Vellakulam’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 Vellakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellakulam is 640989. The village spans a total geographical area of 1684.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625701. Thirumangalam is nearest town to Vellakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellakulam
Population of Vellakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Vellakulam has a total population of about 4,867, with approximately 2,380 males and 2,487 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 485 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 926 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 78.03% and female literacy near 69.84%. There are around 1,431 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,867 | 2,380 | 2,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 926 | 449 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,594 | 1,857 | 1,737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 523 | 750 |
Connectivity of Vellakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Vellakulam 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Vellakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellakulam
- Where is Vellakulam located?
- Vellakulam village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellakulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vellakulam is K Vellakulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vellakulam?
- The pincode of Vellakulam is 625701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellakulam is 4,867, with 2,380 males and 2,487 females.
- How many households are there in Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellakulam village has a total of 1,431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellakulam is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 69.84%.