Vadugam
Vadugam is a village located in Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rasipuram (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Namakkal. As per 2009 stats, Vadugam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadugam unique in its vibrant Rasipuram-Namakkal region. You’ll see Vadugam’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 Vadugam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadugam is 634520. The village spans a total geographical area of 680 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637407. Pudupatti is nearest town to Vadugam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vadugam
Population of Vadugam
According to the 2011 Census, Vadugam has a total population of about 4,372, with approximately 2,187 males and 2,185 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,364 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 64.64%, with male literacy at about 73.66% and female literacy near 55.61%. There are around 1,302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadugam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,372 | 2,187 | 2,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 210 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,364 | 696 | 668 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,826 | 1,611 | 1,215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,546 | 576 | 970 |
Connectivity of Vadugam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadugam. As per the 2011 stats, Vadugam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadugam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadugam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadugam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadugam
- Where is Vadugam located?
- Vadugam village is situated in Rasipuram Taluka, within the Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadugam?
- Vadugam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadugam?
- The pincode of Vadugam is 637407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadugam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadugam is 4,372, with 2,187 males and 2,185 females.
- How many households are there in Vadugam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadugam village has a total of 1,302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadugam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadugam is 64.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 55.61%.