Vazhoor - Changanassery, Kottayam
Vazhoor is a village situated in the Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Changanassery and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Kangazha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vazhoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vazhoor is 628188. The village covers a total geographical area of 2860 hectares and falls under the 686504 pincode. Changanassery is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Vazhoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vazhoor
According to the 2011 Census, Vazhoor village had a total population of 23,909 people, including 11,634 males and 12,275 females, living in 6,110 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.15%, with male literacy at 98.39% and female literacy at 97.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,678, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vazhoor
Vazhoor 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 Vazhoor
Vazhoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Changanassery to Vazhoor is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Vazhoor is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vazhoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vazhoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vazhoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vazhoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vazhoor
Where is Vazhoor located?
Vazhoor village is located in Changanassery Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vazhoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Vazhoor is Kangazha.
What is the pincode of Vazhoor?
The pincode of Vazhoor is 686504.
What is the population of Vazhoor?
Vazhoor had a total population of 23,909, including 11,634 males and 12,275 females.
How many households are there in Vazhoor?
Vazhoor had 6,110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vazhoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vazhoor was 98.15%. Male literacy was 98.39% and female literacy was 97.92%.