Vaimedu East - Vedaranyam, Nagapattinam
Vaimedu East is a village situated in the Vedaranyam taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedaranyam and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Voimedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaimedu East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaimedu East is 637824. The village covers a total geographical area of 936.46 hectares and falls under the 614714 pincode. Vedaranyam is the nearest town.
Vaimedu East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedaranyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaimedu East
According to the 2011 Census, Vaimedu East village had a total population of 3,751 people, including 1,898 males and 1,853 females, living in 994 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.52%, with male literacy at 86.41% and female literacy at 72.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,751 | 1,898 | 1,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 434 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,729 | 1,494 | 1,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 404 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Vaimedu East
Vaimedu East is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vaimedu East
Vaimedu East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vaimedu East.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Vaimedu East is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaimedu East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaimedu East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaimedu East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaimedu East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vaimedu East
Where is Vaimedu East located?
Vaimedu East village is located in Vedaranyam Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaimedu East?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaimedu East is Voimedu.
What is the pincode of Vaimedu East?
The pincode of Vaimedu East is 614714.
What is the population of Vaimedu East?
Vaimedu East had a total population of 3,751, including 1,898 males and 1,853 females.
How many households are there in Vaimedu East?
Vaimedu East had 994 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaimedu East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaimedu East was 79.52%. Male literacy was 86.41% and female literacy was 72.52%.