Vakathanam
About Vakathanam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vakathanam village is 628180. Vakathanam village is located in Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Changanassery (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Vakathanam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1457 hectares. Vakathanam has a total population of 19,589 peoples, out of which male population is 9,429 while female population is 10,160. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1077 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vakathanam village is 90.49% out of which 90.84% males and 90.18% females are literate. There are about 4,972 houses in vakathanam village. Pincode of vakathanam village locality is 686538.
When it comes to administration, Vakathanam 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, Vakathanam village comes under Puthuppally Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kottayam Lok Sabha constituency. Changanassery is nearest town to vakathanam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Vakathanam
The population details of Vakathanam 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 | 19,589 | 9,429 | 10,160 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,526 | 756 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,057 | 513 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 17,727 | 8,565 | 9,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,862 | 864 | 998 |
Connectivity of Vakathanam
| 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 Vakathanam
Where is Vakathanam located?
Vakathanam village is situated in Changanassery Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakathanam?
Vakathanam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vakathanam?
The pincode of Vakathanam is 686538, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vakathanam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakathanam is 19,589, with 9,429 males and 10,160 females.
How many households are there in Vakathanam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vakathanam village has a total of 4,972 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakathanam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakathanam is 90.49%. The male literacy rate is 90.84%, while the female literacy rate is 90.18%.