Vallam
Vallam is a village located in Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Paramakudi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Vallam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vallam unique in its vibrant Paramakudi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Vallam’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 Vallam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vallam is 641893. The village spans a total geographical area of 1105.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623705. Paramakudi is nearest town to Vallam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vallam
Population of Vallam
According to the 2011 Census, Vallam has a total population of about 2,131, with approximately 1,075 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 796 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.99%, with male literacy at about 76.37% and female literacy near 53.41%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vallam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,131 | 1,075 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 796 | 397 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 821 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 254 | 492 |
Connectivity of Vallam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vallam. As per the 2011 stats, Vallam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vallam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vallam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vallam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vallam
- Where is Vallam located?
- Vallam village is situated in Paramakudi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vallam?
- Vallam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vallam?
- The pincode of Vallam is 623705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vallam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vallam is 2,131, with 1,075 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Vallam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vallam village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vallam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vallam is 64.99%. The male literacy rate is 76.37%, while the female literacy rate is 53.41%.