Vellathur
Vellathur is a village located in Pallipattu taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Pallipattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vellathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vellathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellathur unique in its vibrant Pallipattu-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Vellathur’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 Vellathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellathur is 628963. The village spans a total geographical area of 1042.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631303. Sholingar is nearest town to Vellathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vellathur 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 Tiruttani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vellathur
Population of Vellathur
According to the 2011 Census, Vellathur has a total population of about 6,827, with approximately 3,429 males and 3,398 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 848 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,658 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.55%, with male literacy at about 70.20% and female literacy near 54.83%. There are around 1,626 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,827 | 3,429 | 3,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 438 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,658 | 831 | 827 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,270 | 2,407 | 1,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,557 | 1,022 | 1,535 |
Connectivity of Vellathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellathur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 1 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 1 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 24 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellathur
- Where is Vellathur located?
- Vellathur village is situated in Pallipattu Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellathur?
- Vellathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellathur?
- The pincode of Vellathur is 631303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellathur is 6,827, with 3,429 males and 3,398 females.
- How many households are there in Vellathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellathur village has a total of 1,626 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellathur is 62.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 54.83%.