Vaikom
Vaikom is a village located in Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Vaikom (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Tv Puram is the gram panchayat of Vaikom village.
Here you can discover what makes Vaikom unique in its vibrant Vaikom-Kottayam region. You’ll see Vaikom’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 Vaikom
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaikom is 628148. The village spans a total geographical area of 1703 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686141. Vaikom is nearest town to Vaikom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Vaikom
Population of Vaikom
According to the 2011 Census, Vaikom has a total population of about 19,511, with approximately 9,418 males and 10,093 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,671 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,371 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.42%, with male literacy at about 89.33% and female literacy near 85.63%. There are around 4,708 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaikom's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,511 | 9,418 | 10,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,671 | 824 | 847 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,371 | 644 | 727 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 17,056 | 8,413 | 8,643 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,455 | 1,005 | 1,450 |
Connectivity of Vaikom
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaikom. As per the 2011 stats, Vaikom 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 Vaikom
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaikom helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaikom.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaikom
- Where is Vaikom located?
- Vaikom village is situated in Vaikom Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaikom?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaikom is Tv Puram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vaikom?
- The pincode of Vaikom is 686141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaikom as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaikom is 19,511, with 9,418 males and 10,093 females.
- How many households are there in Vaikom as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaikom village has a total of 4,708 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaikom as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaikom is 87.42%. The male literacy rate is 89.33%, while the female literacy rate is 85.63%.