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.
Here you can discover what makes Vellur unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Vellur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vellur has a total population of about 4,192, with approximately 2,121 males and 2,071 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 497 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,022 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.44%, with male literacy at about 73.93% and female literacy near 58.76%. There are around 1,011 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.