Vechoor
Vechoor is a village located in Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vaikom (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Vechoor village is also a gram panchayat.
Vechoor 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 Vechoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vechoor is 628150. The village spans a total geographical area of 2913 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686144. Vaikom is nearest town to Vechoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vechoor 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.
Google Map of Vechoor
Population of Vechoor
Below is a concise population overview of Vechoor 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 | 17,041 | 8,315 | 8,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,573 | 803 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,181 | 1,086 | 1,095 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 14,938 | 7,375 | 7,563 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,103 | 940 | 1,163 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vechoor village:
- The total population of Vechoor village is around 17,041, including approximately 8,315 males and 8,726 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,573 children aged 0–6 years in Vechoor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vechoor village has 2,181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vechoor village is about 87.66%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 86.67%.
- There are around 4,168 households in Vechoor village.
Connectivity of Vechoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vechoor. As per the 2011 stats, Vechoor 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 Vechoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Vechoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vechoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vechoor
- Where is Vechoor located?
- Vechoor village is situated in Vaikom Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vechoor?
- Vechoor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vechoor?
- The pincode of Vechoor is 686144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vechoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vechoor is 17,041, with 8,315 males and 8,726 females.
- How many households are there in Vechoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vechoor village has a total of 4,168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vechoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vechoor is 87.66%. The male literacy rate is 88.70%, while the female literacy rate is 86.67%.