Vellur
Vellur is a village located in Virudhunagar taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from Virudhunagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vellur village. As per 2009 stats, Vellur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vellur unique in its vibrant Virudhunagar region. You’ll see Vellur’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 Vellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellur is 641330. The village spans a total geographical area of 1155.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622605. Virudhunagar is nearest town to Vellur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vellur
Population of Vellur
According to the 2011 Census, Vellur has a total population of about 5,724, with approximately 2,869 males and 2,855 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 593 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,940 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.84%, with male literacy at about 76.19% and female literacy near 59.44%. There are around 1,575 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,724 | 2,869 | 2,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 297 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,940 | 948 | 992 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,883 | 2,186 | 1,697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,841 | 683 | 1,158 |
Connectivity of Vellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellur. As per the 2011 stats, Vellur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellur
- Where is Vellur located?
- Vellur village is situated in Virudhunagar Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellur?
- Vellur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellur?
- The pincode of Vellur is 622605, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellur is 5,724, with 2,869 males and 2,855 females.
- How many households are there in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellur village has a total of 1,575 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellur is 67.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.44%.