Vadakarapathy
Vadakarapathy is a village located in Chittur taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chittur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Vadakarapathy village is also a gram panchayat.
Vadakarapathy has its own place in the vibrant Palakkad 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 Vadakarapathy
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakarapathy is 627660. The village spans a total geographical area of 2626 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678556. Chittur is nearest town to Vadakarapathy village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Vadakarapathy
Below is a concise population overview of Vadakarapathy 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 | 17,717 | 8,866 | 8,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,669 | 837 | 832 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 428 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 13,122 | 7,065 | 6,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,595 | 1,801 | 2,794 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadakarapathy village:
- The total population of Vadakarapathy village is around 17,717, including approximately 8,866 males and 8,851 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,669 children aged 0–6 years in Vadakarapathy village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadakarapathy village has 843 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 228 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadakarapathy village is about 74.06%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 68.43%.
- There are around 4,458 households in Vadakarapathy village.
Connectivity of Vadakarapathy
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadakarapathy. As per the 2011 stats, Vadakarapathy 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 Vadakarapathy
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadakarapathy helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadakarapathy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakarapathy
- Where is Vadakarapathy located?
- Vadakarapathy village is situated in Chittur Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadakarapathy?
- Vadakarapathy serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadakarapathy?
- The pincode of Vadakarapathy is 678556, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadakarapathy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakarapathy is 17,717, with 8,866 males and 8,851 females.
- How many households are there in Vadakarapathy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadakarapathy village has a total of 4,458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadakarapathy as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakarapathy is 74.06%. The male literacy rate is 79.69%, while the female literacy rate is 68.43%.