Vellanur
Vellanur is a village located in Kulathur taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Keeranur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Vellanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellanur unique in its vibrant Kulathur-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Vellanur’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 Vellanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellanur is 639365. The village spans a total geographical area of 1438.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622502. Pudukkottai is nearest town to Vellanur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Vellanur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gandarvakottai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vellanur
Population of Vellanur
According to the 2011 Census, Vellanur has a total population of about 6,014, with approximately 3,061 males and 2,953 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 691 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,365 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 217. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.09%, with male literacy at about 74.68% and female literacy near 61.26%. There are around 1,454 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,014 | 3,061 | 2,953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 340 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,365 | 697 | 668 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 103 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 4,095 | 2,286 | 1,809 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,919 | 775 | 1,144 |
Connectivity of Vellanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellanur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellanur 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 Vellanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellanur
- Where is Vellanur located?
- Vellanur village is situated in Kulathur Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellanur?
- Vellanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellanur?
- The pincode of Vellanur is 622502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellanur is 6,014, with 3,061 males and 2,953 females.
- How many households are there in Vellanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellanur village has a total of 1,454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellanur is 68.09%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 61.26%.