Vellar
About Vellar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vellar village is 633762. Vellar village is located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vellar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1455.72 hectares. Vellar has a total population of 9,745 peoples, out of which male population is 5,079 while female population is 4,666. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 918 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vellar village is 61.52% out of which 70.05% males and 52.23% females are literate. There are about 2,551 houses in vellar village. Pincode of vellar village locality is 636451.
When it comes to administration, Vellar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vellar village comes under Mettur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dharmapuri Lok Sabha constituency. Mechery is nearest town to vellar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Vellar
The population details of Vellar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,745 | 5,079 | 4,666 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 987 | 523 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,749 | 929 | 820 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5,995 | 3,558 | 2,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,750 | 1,521 | 2,229 |
Connectivity of Vellar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vellar
Where is Vellar located?
Vellar village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellar?
Vellar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vellar?
The pincode of Vellar is 636451, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vellar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellar is 9,745, with 5,079 males and 4,666 females.
How many households are there in Vellar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vellar village has a total of 2,551 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellar is 61.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.05%, while the female literacy rate is 52.23%.