Velur - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Velur is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Erivelur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velur is 637866. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.94 hectares and falls under the 612701 pincode. Valangaiman is the nearest town.
Velur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nannilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velur
According to the 2011 Census, Velur village had a total population of 1,735 people, including 902 males and 833 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 61.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 925.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 604 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 298 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Velur
Velur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Velur
Velur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Velur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Velur
Where is Velur located?
Velur village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Velur?
The Gram Panchayat of Velur is Erivelur.
What is the pincode of Velur?
The pincode of Velur is 612701.
What is the population of Velur?
Velur had a total population of 1,735, including 902 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Velur?
Velur had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velur was 68.82%. Male literacy was 75.69% and female literacy was 61.34%.