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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Velur village has a total population of 1,735 people, consisting of 902 males and 833 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,053 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 925 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 902 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 465 | 460 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,735, including 902 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Velur?
There are 433 households in Velur.
What is the literacy rate in Velur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velur is 60.69%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 53.90%.