Vellakulam
Vellakulam is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Vellakulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellakulam unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Vellakulam’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 Vellakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellakulam is 642650. The village spans a total geographical area of 1524.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627719. Thiruvenkadam is nearest town to Vellakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellakulam
Population of Vellakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Vellakulam has a total population of about 3,946, with approximately 1,903 males and 2,043 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 322 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 553 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 70.63%, with male literacy at about 78.03% and female literacy near 63.73%. There are around 1,152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,946 | 1,903 | 2,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 164 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 269 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,787 | 1,485 | 1,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,159 | 418 | 741 |
Connectivity of Vellakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Vellakulam 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 Vellakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellakulam
- Where is Vellakulam located?
- Vellakulam village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellakulam?
- Vellakulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellakulam?
- The pincode of Vellakulam is 627719, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellakulam is 3,946, with 1,903 males and 2,043 females.
- How many households are there in Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellakulam village has a total of 1,152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellakulam is 70.63%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 63.73%.