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.
Vettom has its own place in the vibrant Malappuram 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 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.
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Population of Vettom
Below is a concise population overview of Vettom 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vettom village:
- The total population of Vettom village is around 37,456, including approximately 17,401 males and 20,055 females, with a sex ratio of 1152 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5,081 children aged 0–6 years in Vettom village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vettom village has 1,367 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vettom village is about 79.60%, with male literacy at 80.01% and female literacy at 79.25%.
- There are around 6,577 households in Vettom village.
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%.