Velampattu

Velampattu is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Velampattu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Velampattu village is also a gram panchayat.

Velampattu has its own place in the vibrant Vellore 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 Velampattu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velampattu is 630442. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632204. Katpadi is nearest town to Velampattu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Velampattu 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 Kilvaithinankuppam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Velampattu

Below is a concise population overview of Velampattu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,540 804 736
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 193 115 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 147 72 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 4 3
Literate Population 1,000 562 438
Illiterate Population 540 242 298

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velampattu village:

  • The total population of Velampattu village is around 1,540, including approximately 804 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Velampattu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Velampattu village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Velampattu village is about 64.94%, with male literacy at 69.90% and female literacy at 59.51%.
  • There are around 366 households in Velampattu village.

Connectivity of Velampattu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velampattu. As per the 2011 stats, Velampattu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Railway Station Available within 6 km distance

Nearby Villages of Velampattu

Knowing the nearby villages of Velampattu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velampattu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Velampattu

Where is Velampattu located?
Velampattu village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velampattu?
Velampattu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velampattu?
The pincode of Velampattu is 632204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velampattu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velampattu is 1,540, with 804 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Velampattu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velampattu village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velampattu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velampattu is 64.94%. The male literacy rate is 69.90%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.