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.

Here you can discover what makes Velampattu unique in its vibrant Katpadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Velampattu’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Velampattu has a total population of about 1,540, with approximately 804 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.94%, with male literacy at about 69.90% and female literacy near 59.51%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velampattu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.