Vellanur - Avadi, Thiruvallur
Vellanur is a village situated in the Avadi taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Vellanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vellanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellanur is 629168. The village covers a total geographical area of 1609.27 hectares and falls under the 600062 pincode. Avadi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Vellanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vellanur
As per Census 2011, Vellanur village has a total population of 11,668 people, consisting of 6,353 males and 5,315 females. The village has 2,482 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,046 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,095 literate and 2,573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,668 | 6,353 | 5,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,046 | 524 | 522 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,594 | 1,305 | 1,289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 9,095 | 5,328 | 3,767 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,573 | 1,025 | 1,548 |
Nearby Villages of Vellanur
Vellanur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Morai | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Pothur | East | 3.39 km |
| Pammadukulam | East | 4.47 km |
| Alamathi (ct) | North | 4.62 km |
| Arakkambakkam | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Koduveli | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Melpakkam | West | 5.38 km |
| Vellacheri | West | 5.68 km |
| Singilikuppam | North | 5.86 km |
| Kadavur | West | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vellanur
Vellanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pattabiram East, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 7 |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Avadi to Vellanur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vellanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vellanur
Where is Vellanur located?
Vellanur village is located in Avadi Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellanur is Vellanoor.
What is the pincode of Vellanur?
The pincode of Vellanur is 600062.
What is the population of Vellanur?
Vellanur has a total population of 11,668, including 6,353 males and 5,315 females.
How many households are there in Vellanur?
There are 2,482 households in Vellanur.
What is the literacy rate in Vellanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellanur is 77.95%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 70.87%.