Vellakal

Vellakal is a village located in Veerakeralamputhur taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Veerakeralamputhur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Rajapandi is the gram panchayat of Vellakal village.

Vellakal has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 Vellakal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellakal is 642740. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627806. Surandai is nearest town to Vellakal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Vellakal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,363 4,107 4,256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 963 505 458
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,756 1,367 1,389
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,372 2,995 2,377
Illiterate Population 2,991 1,112 1,879

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

  • The total population of Vellakal village is around 8,363, including approximately 4,107 males and 4,256 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 963 children aged 0–6 years in Vellakal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vellakal village has 2,756 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Vellakal village is about 64.24%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 55.85%.
  • There are around 2,300 households in Vellakal village.

Connectivity of Vellakal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellakal. As per the 2011 stats, Vellakal 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Vellakal

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

Vadakkukavalakurichi Karuvanda Achankuttam Vadi Rajagopalaperi Veerakeralampudur Veeranam Agaram Uthumalai R F Vellakalparambu R F Chockampatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Vellakal

Where is Vellakal located?
Vellakal village is situated in Veerakeralamputhur Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellakal is Rajapandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vellakal?
The pincode of Vellakal is 627806, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vellakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellakal is 8,363, with 4,107 males and 4,256 females.
How many households are there in Vellakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vellakal village has a total of 2,300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellakal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellakal is 64.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.92%, while the female literacy rate is 55.85%.