Valaiyathur
Valaiyathur is a village located in Arcot taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arcot are the district & sub-district headquarters of Valaiyathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Valaiyathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Valaiyathur unique in its vibrant Arcot-Vellore region. You’ll see Valaiyathur’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 Valaiyathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valaiyathur is 630753. The village spans a total geographical area of 1185.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632504. Timiri is nearest town to Valaiyathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Valaiyathur 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 Arcot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Valaiyathur
Population of Valaiyathur
According to the 2011 Census, Valaiyathur has a total population of about 4,430, with approximately 2,240 males and 2,190 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,377 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.08%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 58.58%. There are around 1,108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valaiyathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,430 | 2,240 | 2,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 249 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,377 | 706 | 671 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,016 | 1,733 | 1,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,414 | 507 | 907 |
Connectivity of Valaiyathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valaiyathur. As per the 2011 stats, Valaiyathur 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 19 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Valaiyathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Valaiyathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valaiyathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valaiyathur
- Where is Valaiyathur located?
- Valaiyathur village is situated in Arcot Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valaiyathur?
- Valaiyathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Valaiyathur?
- The pincode of Valaiyathur is 632504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Valaiyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valaiyathur is 4,430, with 2,240 males and 2,190 females.
- How many households are there in Valaiyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valaiyathur village has a total of 1,108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valaiyathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valaiyathur is 68.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 58.58%.