Vegakollai
Vegakollai is a village located in Panruti taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Panruti (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vegakollai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vegakollai unique in its vibrant Panruti-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vegakollai’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 Vegakollai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vegakollai is 636588. The village spans a total geographical area of 2350.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607302. Kurinchipadi is nearest town to Vegakollai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vegakollai
Population of Vegakollai
According to the 2011 Census, Vegakollai has a total population of about 7,359, with approximately 3,805 males and 3,554 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 843 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 605 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 66.39%, with male literacy at about 76.95% and female literacy near 55.09%. There are around 1,735 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vegakollai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,359 | 3,805 | 3,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 476 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 300 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,886 | 2,928 | 1,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,473 | 877 | 1,596 |
Connectivity of Vegakollai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vegakollai. As per the 2011 stats, Vegakollai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Vegakollai
Knowing the nearby villages of Vegakollai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vegakollai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vegakollai
- Where is Vegakollai located?
- Vegakollai village is situated in Panruti Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vegakollai?
- Vegakollai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vegakollai?
- The pincode of Vegakollai is 607302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vegakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vegakollai is 7,359, with 3,805 males and 3,554 females.
- How many households are there in Vegakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vegakollai village has a total of 1,735 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vegakollai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vegakollai is 66.39%. The male literacy rate is 76.95%, while the female literacy rate is 55.09%.