Velur
Velur is a village located in Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Valangaiman (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Erivelur is the gram panchayat of Velur village.
Here you can discover what makes Velur unique in its vibrant Valangaiman-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Velur’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 Velur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velur is 637866. The village spans a total geographical area of 357.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612701. Valangaiman is nearest town to Velur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Velur
Population of Velur
According to the 2011 Census, Velur has a total population of about 1,735, with approximately 902 males and 833 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 925 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 60.69%, with male literacy at about 66.96% and female literacy near 53.90%. There are around 433 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 902 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 465 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 604 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 298 | 384 |
Connectivity of Velur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velur. As per the 2011 stats, Velur 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 Velur
Knowing the nearby villages of Velur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velur
- Where is Velur located?
- Velur village is situated in Valangaiman Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velur is Erivelur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velur?
- The pincode of Velur is 612701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velur is 1,735, with 902 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velur village has a total of 433 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velur is 60.69%. The male literacy rate is 66.96%, while the female literacy rate is 53.90%.