Vilagam
Vilagam is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vilagam village is also a gram panchayat.
Vilagam has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Vilagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vilagam is 636873. The village spans a total geographical area of 358.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608305. Chidambaram is nearest town to Vilagam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vilagam
Population of Vilagam
Below is a concise population overview of Vilagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,404 | 1,183 | 1,221 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,607 | 796 | 811 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
Literate Population | 1,545 | 850 | 695 |
Illiterate Population | 859 | 333 | 526 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vilagam village:
- The total population of Vilagam village is around 2,404, including approximately 1,183 males and 1,221 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Vilagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vilagam village has 1,607 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vilagam village is about 64.27%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 56.92%.
- There are around 564 households in Vilagam village.
Connectivity of Vilagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vilagam. As per the 2011 stats, Vilagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vilagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vilagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vilagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vilagam
- Where is Vilagam located?
- Vilagam village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vilagam?
- Vilagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vilagam?
- The pincode of Vilagam is 608305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vilagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vilagam is 2,404, with 1,183 males and 1,221 females.
- How many households are there in Vilagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vilagam village has a total of 564 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vilagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vilagam is 64.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.