Vettom
Vettom is a village located in Tirur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tirur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Vettom village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vettom unique in its vibrant Tirur-Malappuram region. You’ll see Vettom’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 Vettom
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vettom is 627524. The village spans a total geographical area of 1513 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 676102. Tirur is nearest town to Vettom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vettom 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 Tirur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ponnani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vettom
Population of Vettom
According to the 2011 Census, Vettom has a total population of about 37,456, with approximately 17,401 males and 20,055 females. The sex ratio is around 1152 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5,081 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,367 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.60%, with male literacy at about 80.01% and female literacy near 79.25%. There are around 6,577 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vettom's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,456 | 17,401 | 20,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,081 | 2,638 | 2,443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,367 | 671 | 696 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 29,816 | 13,923 | 15,893 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,640 | 3,478 | 4,162 |
Connectivity of Vettom
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vettom. As per the 2011 stats, Vettom 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vettom
Knowing the nearby villages of Vettom helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vettom.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vettom
- Where is Vettom located?
- Vettom village is situated in Tirur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vettom?
- Vettom serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vettom?
- The pincode of Vettom is 676102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vettom as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vettom is 37,456, with 17,401 males and 20,055 females.
- How many households are there in Vettom as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vettom village has a total of 6,577 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vettom as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vettom is 79.60%. The male literacy rate is 80.01%, while the female literacy rate is 79.25%.