Vadakkemuri
Vadakkemuri is a village located in Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Vaikom (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Udayanapuram is the gram panchayat of Vadakkemuri village.
Vadakkemuri 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 Vadakkemuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakkemuri is 628146. The village spans a total geographical area of 1107 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686143. Vaikom is nearest town to Vadakkemuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadakkemuri 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 Vaikom 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.
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Population of Vadakkemuri
Below is a concise population overview of Vadakkemuri 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 | 17,019 | 8,296 | 8,723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,433 | 717 | 716 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,366 | 1,152 | 1,214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 14,778 | 7,327 | 7,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,241 | 969 | 1,272 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadakkemuri village:
- The total population of Vadakkemuri village is around 17,019, including approximately 8,296 males and 8,723 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,433 children aged 0–6 years in Vadakkemuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadakkemuri village has 2,366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadakkemuri village is about 86.83%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 85.42%.
- There are around 4,267 households in Vadakkemuri village.
Connectivity of Vadakkemuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadakkemuri. As per the 2011 stats, Vadakkemuri 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 Vadakkemuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadakkemuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadakkemuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakkemuri
- Where is Vadakkemuri located?
- Vadakkemuri village is situated in Vaikom Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadakkemuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadakkemuri is Udayanapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vadakkemuri?
- The pincode of Vadakkemuri is 686143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadakkemuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakkemuri is 17,019, with 8,296 males and 8,723 females.
- How many households are there in Vadakkemuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadakkemuri village has a total of 4,267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadakkemuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakkemuri is 86.83%. The male literacy rate is 88.32%, while the female literacy rate is 85.42%.