Vagamon
Vagamon is a village located in Peerumade taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Peermade (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Elappara is the gram panchayat of Vagamon village.
Vagamon has its own place in the vibrant Idukki 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 Vagamon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vagamon is 628103. The village spans a total geographical area of 7830 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685501. Thodupuzha is nearest town to Vagamon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Vagamon
Below is a concise population overview of Vagamon 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 | 14,641 | 7,212 | 7,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,316 | 666 | 650 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,275 | 1,592 | 1,683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 148 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 12,110 | 6,213 | 5,897 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,531 | 999 | 1,532 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vagamon village:
- The total population of Vagamon village is around 14,641, including approximately 7,212 males and 7,429 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,316 children aged 0–6 years in Vagamon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vagamon village has 3,275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 310 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vagamon village is about 82.71%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 79.38%.
- There are around 3,816 households in Vagamon village.
Connectivity of Vagamon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vagamon. As per the 2011 stats, Vagamon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vagamon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vagamon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vagamon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vagamon
- Where is Vagamon located?
- Vagamon village is situated in Peerumade Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vagamon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vagamon is Elappara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vagamon?
- The pincode of Vagamon is 685501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vagamon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vagamon is 14,641, with 7,212 males and 7,429 females.
- How many households are there in Vagamon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vagamon village has a total of 3,816 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vagamon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vagamon is 82.71%. The male literacy rate is 86.15%, while the female literacy rate is 79.38%.