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.
Here you can discover what makes Vilagam unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vilagam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vilagam has a total population of about 2,404, with approximately 1,183 males and 1,221 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,607 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.27%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 56.92%. There are around 564 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vilagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.