Vellar
Vellar is a village 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.
Vellar has its own place in the vibrant Salem region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vellar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellar is 633762. The village spans a total geographical area of 1455.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636451. Mechery is nearest town to Vellar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Vellar 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 Mettur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vellar
Population of Vellar
Below is a concise population overview of Vellar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,745 | 5,079 | 4,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 987 | 523 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,749 | 929 | 820 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5,995 | 3,558 | 2,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,750 | 1,521 | 2,229 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellar village:
- The total population of Vellar village is around 9,745, including approximately 5,079 males and 4,666 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 987 children aged 0–6 years in Vellar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellar village has 1,749 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellar village is about 61.52%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 52.23%.
- There are around 2,551 households in Vellar village.
Connectivity of Vellar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellar. As per the 2011 stats, Vellar 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 Vellar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellar.
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%.