Vazhoor
Vazhoor is a village located in Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Changanassery (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Vazhoor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vazhoor unique in its vibrant Changanassery-Kottayam region. You’ll see Vazhoor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vazhoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vazhoor is 628188. The village spans a total geographical area of 2860 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686504. Changanassery is nearest town to Vazhoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vazhoor 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 Kanjirappally Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vazhoor
Population of Vazhoor
According to the 2011 Census, Vazhoor has a total population of about 23,909, with approximately 11,634 males and 12,275 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,961 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,678 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 90.10%, with male literacy at about 90.11% and female literacy near 90.09%. There are around 6,110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vazhoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,909 | 11,634 | 12,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,961 | 980 | 981 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,678 | 836 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 21,542 | 10,483 | 11,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,367 | 1,151 | 1,216 |
Connectivity of Vazhoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vazhoor. As per the 2011 stats, Vazhoor 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vazhoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Vazhoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vazhoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vazhoor
- Where is Vazhoor located?
- Vazhoor village is situated in Changanassery Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vazhoor?
- Vazhoor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vazhoor?
- The pincode of Vazhoor is 686504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vazhoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vazhoor is 23,909, with 11,634 males and 12,275 females.
- How many households are there in Vazhoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vazhoor village has a total of 6,110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vazhoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vazhoor is 90.10%. The male literacy rate is 90.11%, while the female literacy rate is 90.09%.