Vilakkudy - Pathanapuram, Kollam
Vilakkudy is a village situated in the Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punalur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Vilakudy serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vilakkudy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilakkudy is 628385. The village covers a total geographical area of 2144 hectares and falls under the 691322 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vilakkudy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathanapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vilakkudy
As per Census 2011, Vilakkudy village has a total population of 32,995 people, consisting of 15,504 males and 17,491 females. The village has 8,489 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27,902 literate and 5,093 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vilakkudy are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,995 | 15,504 | 17,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,255 | 1,676 | 1,579 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,224 | 1,576 | 1,648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 27,902 | 13,269 | 14,633 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,093 | 2,235 | 2,858 |
Nearby Villages of Vilakkudy
Vilakkudy is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vilakkudy
Vilakkudy is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vilakkudy has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Vilakkudy is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Vilakkudy 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 Vilakkudy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilakkudy 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 Vilakkudy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilakkudy 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vilakkudy
Where is Vilakkudy located?
Vilakkudy village is located in Pathanapuram Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilakkudy?
The Gram Panchayat of Vilakkudy is Vilakudy.
What is the pincode of Vilakkudy?
The pincode of Vilakkudy is 691322.
What is the population of Vilakkudy?
Vilakkudy has a total population of 32,995, including 15,504 males and 17,491 females.
How many households are there in Vilakkudy?
There are 8,489 households in Vilakkudy.
What is the literacy rate in Vilakkudy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilakkudy is 84.56%. Male literacy is 85.58% and female literacy is 83.66%.