Vellalakundam
About Vellalakundam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vellalakundam village is 634199. Vellalakundam village is located in Vazhapadi taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vazhapadi (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vellalagundam is the gram panchayat of Vellalakundam village.
The total geographical area of village is 2209.39 hectares. Vellalakundam has a total population of 6,904 peoples, out of which male population is 3,470 while female population is 3,434. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vellalakundam village is 64.95% out of which 73.54% males and 56.26% females are literate. There are about 1,843 houses in vellalakundam village. Pincode of vellalakundam village locality is 636111.
When it comes to administration, Vellalakundam 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, Vellalakundam village comes under Yercaud Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency. Vazhapadi is nearest town to vellalakundam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Vellalakundam
The population details of Vellalakundam 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 | 6,904 | 3,470 | 3,434 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 695 | 372 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,660 | 808 | 852 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,484 | 2,552 | 1,932 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,420 | 918 | 1,502 |
Connectivity of Vellalakundam
| 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 Vellalakundam
Where is Vellalakundam located?
Vellalakundam village is situated in Vazhapadi Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellalakundam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellalakundam is Vellalagundam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vellalakundam?
The pincode of Vellalakundam is 636111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vellalakundam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellalakundam is 6,904, with 3,470 males and 3,434 females.
How many households are there in Vellalakundam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vellalakundam village has a total of 1,843 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellalakundam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellalakundam is 64.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.54%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.