Vengoor West - Kunnathunad, Ernakulam
Vengoor West is a village situated in the Kunnathunad taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perumbavoor and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Mudakuzha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vengoor West village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vengoor West is 627944. The village covers a total geographical area of 2197 hectares and falls under the 683546 pincode. Perumbavoor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vengoor West village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Perumbavoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chalakudy Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vengoor West
As per Census 2011, Vengoor West village has a total population of 17,355 people, consisting of 8,615 males and 8,740 females. The village has 4,448 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,139 literate and 2,216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,786 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vengoor West are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,355 | 8,615 | 8,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,429 | 757 | 672 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,786 | 1,377 | 1,409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 15,139 | 7,642 | 7,497 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,216 | 973 | 1,243 |
Nearby Villages of Vengoor West
Vengoor West is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vengoor | East | 3.51 km |
| Kodanad | North | 3.89 km |
| Koovappady (ct) | West | 4.07 km |
| Perumbavoor (ct) | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Asamannoor | South-East | 7.05 km |
| Rayamangalam | South | 7.16 km |
| Kombanad | East | 7.37 km |
| Mattoor (ct) | North-West | 8.15 km |
| Vengola (ct) | South-West | 8.59 km |
| Marampilly(ct) | South-West | 9.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vengoor West
Vengoor West is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Angamali, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perumbavoor to Vengoor West is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Vengoor West is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vengoor West
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vengoor West village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vengoor West
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vengoor West village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vengoor West
Where is Vengoor West located?
Vengoor West village is located in Kunnathunad Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vengoor West?
The Gram Panchayat of Vengoor West is Mudakuzha.
What is the pincode of Vengoor West?
The pincode of Vengoor West is 683546.
What is the population of Vengoor West?
Vengoor West has a total population of 17,355, including 8,615 males and 8,740 females.
How many households are there in Vengoor West?
There are 4,448 households in Vengoor West.
What is the literacy rate in Vengoor West?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vengoor West is 87.23%. Male literacy is 88.71% and female literacy is 85.78%.