Vellur
Vellur is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vellur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vellur village is also a gram panchayat.
Vellur 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 Vellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellur is 631665. The village spans a total geographical area of 834.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606905. Kannamangalam is nearest town to Vellur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vellur 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 Polur 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 Vellur
Population of Vellur
Below is a concise population overview of Vellur 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 | 4,192 | 2,121 | 2,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 275 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,022 | 504 | 518 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,785 | 1,568 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 553 | 854 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellur village:
- The total population of Vellur village is around 4,192, including approximately 2,121 males and 2,071 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 497 children aged 0–6 years in Vellur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellur village has 1,022 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellur village is about 66.44%, with male literacy at 73.93% and female literacy at 58.76%.
- There are around 1,011 households in Vellur village.
Connectivity of Vellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellur 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 Vellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellur
- Where is Vellur located?
- Vellur village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellur?
- Vellur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellur?
- The pincode of Vellur is 606905, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellur is 4,192, with 2,121 males and 2,071 females.
- How many households are there in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellur village has a total of 1,011 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellur is 66.44%. The male literacy rate is 73.93%, while the female literacy rate is 58.76%.