Vellore district (in Tamil Nadu State) is bound by Andhra Pradesh State towards its North, Thiruvannamalai district (Tamil Nadu) in the South, Tiruvallur district in the North East, Kancheepuram district in the South East while Krishnagiri district in the Southwest. Major towns in the district are Ambur, Arcot, Wallajapet, Arakonam, Jolarpet and Sholinghur.
Vellore experiences low rainfall (996.7 mm annual rainfall) is throughout the year with semi-arid climate. It lies in the Eastern Ghats region, on the banks of Palar river. It is not rich in mineral resources and its topography is almost plain with slopes from East to West.
Located just 135 kms. (85 miles) from Chennai, the city encounters high temperature throughout the year.
The ground water has to be guarded against pollution and contamination from effluents from tanneries and industries in this region. Ponnai is yet another river in this district but these rivers are not used for irrigation as these are seasonal.
Gudiyatham, Walajah and Vellore taluks have extreme climate as they are encompassed by hills. Arakkonam Taluk has a more moderate climate all through the year, though winters are really cold.
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North Latitude: Between 12 °15’ and 13 °15 ’
East Longitude: Between 78°20’ and 79°50’
The scenic beauty will leave an indelible mark on any tourists mind. Other places of interest here are Poly Garden House, Jalagamparai Water Falls, Mangalam Fishing Pond, Thayalur Horiculture Farm, Murugan Koil, Sericulture Farm in Mangalam Village, Telescope House and Valley View point.
Located just 135 kms. (85 miles) from Chennai, the city encounters high temperature throughout the year.
- Hottest Months: April to June
- Coldest Months: December-January
Agriculture in Vellore
Due to less rainfall in Vellore, agriculture is not carried out to a large extent. Thanjavur and other neighbouring districts have taken up agriculture in a large way. However, crops grown in Vellore include cotton, paddy, bajra, groundnut, sugarcane and ragi. Gudiyatham town near Vellore has a Sugarcane Research Centre too.Rivers in Vellore
Running parallel to Eastern Ghats where Vellore is located, Palar river covers around 290 kilometres! Cheyyar, Pambar and Malattar are the tributaries of Palar river, but the irony is that these stay dry for most duration of the year. Palar river is the main source of water for denizens and industries of Vellore.The ground water has to be guarded against pollution and contamination from effluents from tanneries and industries in this region. Ponnai is yet another river in this district but these rivers are not used for irrigation as these are seasonal.
Forest Cover in Vellore
Around 162286 ha. of area in Vellore district is under forest cover. Green forest cover is more prominent in regions such as Vaniyambadi, Gudiyatham, Thirupathur and Taluks of Vellore.Gudiyatham, Walajah and Vellore taluks have extreme climate as they are encompassed by hills. Arakkonam Taluk has a more moderate climate all through the year, though winters are really cold.
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Soil Type in Vellore
Soil found in Vellore is chiefly red loam soil. However, other type of soils are also found in some regions which include gravelly, stony, sandy loam soil, black loam soil and sand clay loam. The type of soil found on the banks of Palar river includes Alluvium soil.Fast Geographical Facts about Vellore
Geographical Position:North Latitude: Between 12 °15’ and 13 °15 ’
East Longitude: Between 78°20’ and 79°50’
- Total Geographical Area: 5920.18 Sq.kms.
- District Headquarters Name: Vellore
- Total Population: 3936331 (Rural 2234344, Urban 1701987):
- Population density per Sq. km: 648
Agricultural Divisions in Vellore District
Vellore Block has been divided into three agricultural divisions: Vellore, Kaniyamabdi and Anaicut.Chittoor district (Andhra Pradesh) is on the North, Thiruvannamalai District is on the South, Krishnagiri District is on the West and Thiruvallr and Kanchipuram Districts are on the Eastern side of Vellore.Hills in Vellore District
The Yelagiri hills (Elagiri is a tourist village here) adorn the western side of Vellore district. Eastern side comprises of rocky base.Swamimalai is another peak in Thirupathur Taluk. Javadu (2,500ft.from sea level) are high mountains in Thirupathur Taluk. Thirupathur is a tourist destination with a circuit house, lodging facility, rest house, government traveller's bungalow etc. It is 75 kms from Vellore city and is famous as 'Ooty of Vellore district'.The scenic beauty will leave an indelible mark on any tourists mind. Other places of interest here are Poly Garden House, Jalagamparai Water Falls, Mangalam Fishing Pond, Thayalur Horiculture Farm, Murugan Koil, Sericulture Farm in Mangalam Village, Telescope House and Valley View point.
