Vettikkavala
About Vettikkavala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vettikkavala village is 628411. Vettikkavala village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Vettikkavala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1871 hectares. Vettikkavala has a total population of 20,118 peoples, out of which male population is 9,394 while female population is 10,724. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1141 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vettikkavala village is 87.03% out of which 88.25% males and 85.96% females are literate. There are about 5,313 houses in vettikkavala village. Pincode of vettikkavala village locality is 691538.
When it comes to administration, Vettikkavala 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, Vettikkavala village comes under Pathanapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Punalur is nearest town to vettikkavala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Vettikkavala
The population details of Vettikkavala 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 | 20,118 | 9,394 | 10,724 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,752 | 845 | 907 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3,425 | 1,627 | 1,798 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 17,508 | 8,290 | 9,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,610 | 1,104 | 1,506 |
Connectivity of Vettikkavala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vettikkavala
Where is Vettikkavala located?
Vettikkavala village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vettikkavala?
Vettikkavala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vettikkavala?
The pincode of Vettikkavala is 691538, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vettikkavala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vettikkavala is 20,118, with 9,394 males and 10,724 females.
How many households are there in Vettikkavala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vettikkavala village has a total of 5,313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vettikkavala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vettikkavala is 87.03%. The male literacy rate is 88.25%, while the female literacy rate is 85.96%.