Velapadi
Velapadi is a village located in Arani taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Arani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Velapadi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Velappadi is the gram panchayat of Velapadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Velapadi unique in its vibrant Arani-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Velapadi’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 Velapadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velapadi is 631199. The village spans a total geographical area of 780.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632317. Arani is nearest town to Velapadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Velapadi village comes under Arani assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Velapadi
Population of Velapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Velapadi has a total population of about 8,655, with approximately 4,290 males and 4,365 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,013 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,931 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 68.87%, with male literacy at about 76.25% and female literacy near 61.63%. There are around 2,082 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velapadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,655 | 4,290 | 4,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,013 | 485 | 528 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,931 | 933 | 998 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,961 | 3,271 | 2,690 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,694 | 1,019 | 1,675 |
Connectivity of Velapadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velapadi. As per the 2011 stats, Velapadi 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 13 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velapadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Velapadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velapadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velapadi
- Where is Velapadi located?
- Velapadi village is situated in Arani Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velapadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velapadi is Velappadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velapadi?
- The pincode of Velapadi is 632317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velapadi is 8,655, with 4,290 males and 4,365 females.
- How many households are there in Velapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velapadi village has a total of 2,082 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velapadi is 68.87%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 61.63%.