Veliyathur
Veliyathur is a village located in Tirupathur taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Tirupathur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Veliyathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Veliyathur unique in its vibrant Tirupathur-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Veliyathur’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 Veliyathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veliyathur is 640040. The village spans a total geographical area of 1872.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630204. Tirupathur is nearest town to Veliyathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Veliyathur 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 Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Veliyathur
Population of Veliyathur
According to the 2011 Census, Veliyathur has a total population of about 6,325, with approximately 3,199 males and 3,126 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 588 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 831 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 67.38%, with male literacy at about 75.52% and female literacy near 59.05%. There are around 1,635 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Veliyathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,325 | 3,199 | 3,126 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 308 | 280 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 423 | 408 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 4,262 | 2,416 | 1,846 |
Illiterate Population | 2,063 | 783 | 1,280 |
Connectivity of Veliyathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veliyathur. As per the 2011 stats, Veliyathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Veliyathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Veliyathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veliyathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Veliyathur
- Where is Veliyathur located?
- Veliyathur village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Veliyathur?
- Veliyathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Veliyathur?
- The pincode of Veliyathur is 630204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Veliyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veliyathur is 6,325, with 3,199 males and 3,126 females.
- How many households are there in Veliyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Veliyathur village has a total of 1,635 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Veliyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veliyathur is 67.38%. The male literacy rate is 75.52%, while the female literacy rate is 59.05%.