Vadagounchi
Vadagounchi is a village located in Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kodaikanal (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Vadakavunji is the gram panchayat of Vadagounchi village.
Vadagounchi has its own place in the vibrant Dindigul 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 Vadagounchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadagounchi is 635436. The village spans a total geographical area of 9506.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624107. Kodaikanal is nearest town to Vadagounchi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Vadagounchi
Below is a concise population overview of Vadagounchi 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 | 4,434 | 2,259 | 2,175 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 242 | 240 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 872 | 447 | 425 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 755 | 392 | 363 |
Literate Population | 2,722 | 1,534 | 1,188 |
Illiterate Population | 1,712 | 725 | 987 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadagounchi village:
- The total population of Vadagounchi village is around 4,434, including approximately 2,259 males and 2,175 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 482 children aged 0–6 years in Vadagounchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadagounchi village has 872 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 755 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadagounchi village is about 61.39%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 54.62%.
- There are around 1,190 households in Vadagounchi village.
Connectivity of Vadagounchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadagounchi. As per the 2011 stats, Vadagounchi 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 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadagounchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadagounchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadagounchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadagounchi
- Where is Vadagounchi located?
- Vadagounchi village is situated in Kodaikanal Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadagounchi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadagounchi is Vadakavunji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vadagounchi?
- The pincode of Vadagounchi is 624107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadagounchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadagounchi is 4,434, with 2,259 males and 2,175 females.
- How many households are there in Vadagounchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadagounchi village has a total of 1,190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadagounchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadagounchi is 61.39%. The male literacy rate is 67.91%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.