Vellalapuram
Vellalapuram is a village located in Edappadi taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Edappadi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vellalapuram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellalapuram unique in its vibrant Edappadi-Salem region. You’ll see Vellalapuram’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 Vellalapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellalapuram is 633898. The village spans a total geographical area of 1389.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636306. Dharamangalam is nearest town to Vellalapuram village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellalapuram
Population of Vellalapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Vellalapuram has a total population of about 13,143, with approximately 6,929 males and 6,214 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,318 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 54.26%, with male literacy at about 62.10% and female literacy near 45.53%. There are around 3,546 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellalapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,143 | 6,929 | 6,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,431 | 787 | 644 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,318 | 683 | 635 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,132 | 4,303 | 2,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,011 | 2,626 | 3,385 |
Connectivity of Vellalapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellalapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Vellalapuram 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 Vellalapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellalapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellalapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellalapuram
- Where is Vellalapuram located?
- Vellalapuram village is situated in Edappadi Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellalapuram?
- Vellalapuram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellalapuram?
- The pincode of Vellalapuram is 636306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellalapuram is 13,143, with 6,929 males and 6,214 females.
- How many households are there in Vellalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellalapuram village has a total of 3,546 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellalapuram is 54.26%. The male literacy rate is 62.10%, while the female literacy rate is 45.53%.