Vizhinjam

Vizhinjam is a village located in Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Neyyattinkara (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Kottukal is the gram panchayat of Vizhinjam village.

Vizhinjam has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvananthapuram 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 Vizhinjam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vizhinjam is 628538. The village spans a total geographical area of 794 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695521. Thiruvananthapuram is nearest town to Vizhinjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Vizhinjam

Below is a concise population overview of Vizhinjam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 20,714 10,277 10,437
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,955 990 965
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,520 1,230 1,290
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 11 3
Literate Population 17,181 8,633 8,548
Illiterate Population 3,533 1,644 1,889

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vizhinjam village:

  • The total population of Vizhinjam village is around 20,714, including approximately 10,277 males and 10,437 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,955 children aged 0–6 years in Vizhinjam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vizhinjam village has 2,520 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vizhinjam village is about 82.94%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 81.90%.
  • There are around 5,040 households in Vizhinjam village.

Connectivity of Vizhinjam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vizhinjam. As per the 2011 stats, Vizhinjam 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 Vizhinjam

Knowing the nearby villages of Vizhinjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vizhinjam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vizhinjam

Where is Vizhinjam located?
Vizhinjam village is situated in Neyyattinkara Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vizhinjam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vizhinjam is Kottukal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vizhinjam?
The pincode of Vizhinjam is 695521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vizhinjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vizhinjam is 20,714, with 10,277 males and 10,437 females.
How many households are there in Vizhinjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vizhinjam village has a total of 5,040 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vizhinjam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vizhinjam is 82.94%. The male literacy rate is 84.00%, while the female literacy rate is 81.90%.