Velur
Velur is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Velur village is also a gram panchayat.
Velur has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Velur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velur is 633612. The village spans a total geographical area of 1146.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606102. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Velur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Velur
Below is a concise population overview of Velur 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 | 4,643 | 2,396 | 2,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 321 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 518 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,286 | 1,434 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,357 | 962 | 1,395 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velur village:
- The total population of Velur village is around 4,643, including approximately 2,396 males and 2,247 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 611 children aged 0–6 years in Velur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velur village has 985 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velur village is about 49.24%, with male literacy at 59.85% and female literacy at 37.92%.
- There are around 1,002 households in Velur village.
Connectivity of Velur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velur. As per the 2011 stats, Velur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velur
Knowing the nearby villages of Velur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velur
- Where is Velur located?
- Velur village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velur?
- Velur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velur?
- The pincode of Velur is 606102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velur is 4,643, with 2,396 males and 2,247 females.
- How many households are there in Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velur village has a total of 1,002 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velur is 49.24%. The male literacy rate is 59.85%, while the female literacy rate is 37.92%.