Vazhakollai
Vazhakollai is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vazhakollai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vazhakollai unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vazhakollai’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 Vazhakollai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vazhakollai is 636854. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608702. Sethiathoppu is nearest town to Vazhakollai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vazhakollai
Population of Vazhakollai
According to the 2011 Census, Vazhakollai has a total population of about 1,649, with approximately 825 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 635 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.59%, with male literacy at about 76.61% and female literacy near 64.56%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vazhakollai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 825 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 312 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 632 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 193 | 292 |
Connectivity of Vazhakollai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vazhakollai. As per the 2011 stats, Vazhakollai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vazhakollai
Knowing the nearby villages of Vazhakollai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vazhakollai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vazhakollai
- Where is Vazhakollai located?
- Vazhakollai village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vazhakollai?
- Vazhakollai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vazhakollai?
- The pincode of Vazhakollai is 608702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vazhakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vazhakollai is 1,649, with 825 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Vazhakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vazhakollai village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vazhakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vazhakollai is 70.59%. The male literacy rate is 76.61%, while the female literacy rate is 64.56%.