Vadagadu - Oddanchatram, Dindigul

Vadagadu is a village situated in the Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Oddanchatram and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Vadakadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadagadu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadagadu is 635231. The village covers a total geographical area of 3257.48 hectares and falls under the 624619 pincode. Oddanchatram is the nearest town.

Vadagadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Oddanchatram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Vadagadu

According to the 2011 Census, Vadagadu village had a total population of 4,157 people, including 2,128 males and 2,029 females, living in 1,238 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.87%, with male literacy at 73.55% and female literacy at 57.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Vadagadu

Vadagadu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Vadagadu

Vadagadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Oddam Hatram, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Vadagadu is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Vadagadu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadagadu village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Vadagadu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadagadu village are given below:

FAQs about Vadagadu