Vellur
Vellur is a village located in Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Orathanadu (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Vellur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellur unique in its vibrant Orathanadu-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Vellur’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 Vellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellur is 638917. The village spans a total geographical area of 716.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614626. Orathanadu is nearest town to Vellur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellur
Population of Vellur
According to the 2011 Census, Vellur has a total population of about 2,439, with approximately 1,168 males and 1,271 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 442 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 67.32%, with male literacy at about 73.89% and female literacy near 61.29%. There are around 613 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,439 | 1,168 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 240 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 863 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 305 | 492 |
Connectivity of Vellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellur 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 Vellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellur
- Where is Vellur located?
- Vellur village is situated in Orathanadu Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellur?
- Vellur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellur?
- The pincode of Vellur is 614626, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellur is 2,439, with 1,168 males and 1,271 females.
- How many households are there in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellur village has a total of 613 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellur is 67.32%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 61.29%.