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.
Here you can discover what makes Vellar unique in its vibrant Mettur-Salem region. You’ll see Vellar’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vellar has a total population of about 9,745, with approximately 5,079 males and 4,666 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 987 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,749 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.52%, with male literacy at about 70.05% and female literacy near 52.23%. There are around 2,551 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.