Vakathanam
Vakathanam is a village 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.
Vakathanam has its own place in the vibrant Kottayam 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 Vakathanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakathanam is 628180. The village spans a total geographical area of 1457 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686538. Changanassery is nearest town to Vakathanam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vakathanam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Puthuppally Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kottayam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vakathanam
Population of Vakathanam
Below is a concise population overview of Vakathanam 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 | 19,589 | 9,429 | 10,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,526 | 756 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,057 | 513 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 17,727 | 8,565 | 9,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,862 | 864 | 998 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vakathanam village:
- The total population of Vakathanam village is around 19,589, including approximately 9,429 males and 10,160 females, with a sex ratio of 1077 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,526 children aged 0–6 years in Vakathanam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vakathanam village has 1,057 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 72 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vakathanam village is about 90.49%, with male literacy at 90.84% and female literacy at 90.18%.
- There are around 4,972 households in Vakathanam village.
Connectivity of Vakathanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakathanam. As per the 2011 stats, Vakathanam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakathanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakathanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakathanam.
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%.