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.
Here you can discover what makes Velur unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Velur’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 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.
Google Map of Velur
Population of Velur
According to the 2011 Census, Velur has a total population of about 4,643, with approximately 2,396 males and 2,247 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 611 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 985 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.24%, with male literacy at about 59.85% and female literacy near 37.92%. There are around 1,002 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.