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.
Velapadi has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Velapadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velapadi village:
- The total population of Velapadi village is around 8,655, including approximately 4,290 males and 4,365 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,013 children aged 0–6 years in Velapadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velapadi village has 1,931 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Velapadi village is about 68.87%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 61.63%.
- There are around 2,082 households in Velapadi village.
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%.