Vellaiyur
Vellaiyur is a village located in Gangavalli taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gangavalli (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vellaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellaiyur unique in its vibrant Gangavalli-Salem region. You’ll see Vellaiyur’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 Vellaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellaiyur is 634331. The village spans a total geographical area of 1119.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636116. Veeraganur is nearest town to Vellaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellaiyur
Population of Vellaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Vellaiyur has a total population of about 3,139, with approximately 1,622 males and 1,517 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 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 61.99%, with male literacy at about 70.84% and female literacy near 52.54%. There are around 819 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,139 | 1,622 | 1,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 149 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 385 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,946 | 1,149 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 473 | 720 |
Connectivity of Vellaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellaiyur 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 Vellaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellaiyur
- Where is Vellaiyur located?
- Vellaiyur village is situated in Gangavalli Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellaiyur?
- Vellaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellaiyur?
- The pincode of Vellaiyur is 636116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellaiyur is 3,139, with 1,622 males and 1,517 females.
- How many households are there in Vellaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellaiyur village has a total of 819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellaiyur is 61.99%. The male literacy rate is 70.84%, while the female literacy rate is 52.54%.