Vengalathur
Vengalathur is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vengalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vengalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vengalathur unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Vengalathur’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 Vengalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vengalathur is 631224. The village spans a total geographical area of 626.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604410. Kancheepuram is nearest town to Vengalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vengalathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vengalathur
Population of Vengalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Vengalathur has a total population of about 2,315, with approximately 1,159 males and 1,156 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 685 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 67.65%, with male literacy at about 75.75% and female literacy near 59.52%. There are around 543 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vengalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,315 | 1,159 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 333 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 878 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 281 | 468 |
Connectivity of Vengalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vengalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Vengalathur 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 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vengalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vengalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vengalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vengalathur
- Where is Vengalathur located?
- Vengalathur village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vengalathur?
- Vengalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vengalathur?
- The pincode of Vengalathur is 604410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vengalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vengalathur is 2,315, with 1,159 males and 1,156 females.
- How many households are there in Vengalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vengalathur village has a total of 543 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vengalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vengalathur is 67.65%. The male literacy rate is 75.75%, while the female literacy rate is 59.52%.