R. Velur - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
R. Velur is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udumalaipettai and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. R.velur serves as the Gram Panchayat for R. Velur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R. Velur is 644846. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.33 hectares and falls under the 642122 pincode. Dhali is the nearest town.
R. 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 Madathukulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pollachi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of R. Velur
As per Census 2011, R. Velur village has a total population of 1,605 people, consisting of 782 males and 823 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 748 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for R. Velur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,605 | 782 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 369 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 549 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 233 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of R. Velur
R. Velur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodipatti | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Chinnavalavadi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| North Boothinatham | East | 2.59 km |
| Ragalbavi | North | 2.62 km |
| Sinnapappanuthu | West | 3.15 km |
| Periavalavadi | South | 3.16 km |
| Southboothinatham | South | 3.96 km |
| Poolankinar (ct) | North | 4.21 km |
| Jallipatti | South | 4.46 km |
| Sarkarpudur | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of R. Velur
R. Velur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pollachi Jn, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to R. Velur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in R. Velur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R. Velur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in R. 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 R. 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about R. Velur
Where is R. Velur located?
R. Velur village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R. Velur?
The Gram Panchayat of R. Velur is R.velur.
What is the pincode of R. Velur?
The pincode of R. Velur is 642122.
What is the population of R. Velur?
R. Velur has a total population of 1,605, including 782 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in R. Velur?
There are 493 households in R. Velur.
What is the literacy rate in R. Velur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R. Velur is 61.00%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 52.25%.