Valakam
About Valakam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Valakam village is 628417. Valakam village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Ummannur is the gram panchayat of Valakam village.
The total geographical area of village is 1781 hectares. Valakam has a total population of 16,384 peoples, out of which male population is 7,770 while female population is 8,614. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1108 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of valakam village is 86.72% out of which 87.36% males and 86.15% females are literate. There are about 4,303 houses in valakam village. Pincode of valakam village locality is 691532.
When it comes to administration, Valakam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Valakam village comes under Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Punalur is nearest town to valakam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Valakam
The population details of Valakam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,384 | 7,770 | 8,614 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,451 | 758 | 693 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,689 | 1,267 | 1,422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 14,209 | 6,788 | 7,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,175 | 982 | 1,193 |
Connectivity of Valakam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valakam
Where is Valakam located?
Valakam village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valakam?
The Gram Panchayat of Valakam is Ummannur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Valakam?
The pincode of Valakam is 691532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valakam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valakam is 16,384, with 7,770 males and 8,614 females.
How many households are there in Valakam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valakam village has a total of 4,303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valakam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valakam is 86.72%. The male literacy rate is 87.36%, while the female literacy rate is 86.15%.