Vellaram

Vellaram is a village located in Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ottapidaram (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Vellaram village is also a gram panchayat.

Vellaram has its own place in the vibrant Thoothukkudi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Vellaram

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellaram is 642404. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628401. Kovilpatti is nearest town to Vellaram village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Vellaram

Below is a concise population overview of Vellaram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,460 733 727
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 92 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 509 265 244
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 977 560 417
Illiterate Population 483 173 310

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellaram village:

  • The total population of Vellaram village is around 1,460, including approximately 733 males and 727 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Vellaram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vellaram village has 509 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Vellaram village is about 66.92%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 57.36%.
  • There are around 422 households in Vellaram village.

Connectivity of Vellaram

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellaram. As per the 2011 stats, Vellaram 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 Vellaram

Knowing the nearby villages of Vellaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellaram.

Vadanatham Kolamparambu Chandragiri Jagaveerapandiapuram K Dalavaipuram P Duraiswamipuram Kila Mudiman Keela Mangalam Venkateswarapuram Sillangulam Malaipatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Vellaram

Where is Vellaram located?
Vellaram village is situated in Ottapidaram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellaram?
Vellaram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vellaram?
The pincode of Vellaram is 628401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vellaram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellaram is 1,460, with 733 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Vellaram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vellaram village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellaram as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellaram is 66.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 57.36%.