Agasteeswaram
Agasteeswaram is a village located in Agastheeswaram taluka of Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from Nagercoil, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Agasteeswaram village. As per 2009 stats, Kovalam is the gram panchayat of Agasteeswaram village.
Here you can discover what makes Agasteeswaram unique in its vibrant Agastheeswaram-Kanniyakumari region. You’ll see Agasteeswaram’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 Agasteeswaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agasteeswaram is 643182. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 629701. Kottaram is nearest town to Agasteeswaram village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Agasteeswaram
Population of Agasteeswaram
According to the 2011 Census, Agasteeswaram has a total population of about 7,638, with approximately 3,696 males and 3,942 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.48%, with male literacy at about 78.73% and female literacy near 80.19%. There are around 1,945 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agasteeswaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,638 | 3,696 | 3,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,148 | 570 | 578 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 24 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6,071 | 2,910 | 3,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,567 | 786 | 781 |
Connectivity of Agasteeswaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agasteeswaram. As per the 2011 stats, Agasteeswaram 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agasteeswaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Agasteeswaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agasteeswaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agasteeswaram
- Where is Agasteeswaram located?
- Agasteeswaram village is situated in Agastheeswaram Taluka, within the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agasteeswaram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Agasteeswaram is Kovalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Agasteeswaram?
- The pincode of Agasteeswaram is 629701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agasteeswaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agasteeswaram is 7,638, with 3,696 males and 3,942 females.
- How many households are there in Agasteeswaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agasteeswaram village has a total of 1,945 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agasteeswaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agasteeswaram is 79.48%. The male literacy rate is 78.73%, while the female literacy rate is 80.19%.