Vaikuntam

Vaikuntam is a village located in Sankari taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankari (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vaikundam is the gram panchayat of Vaikuntam village.

Here you can discover what makes Vaikuntam unique in its vibrant Sankari-Salem region. You’ll see Vaikuntam’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 Vaikuntam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaikuntam is 633922. The village spans a total geographical area of 1521.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637503. Sankari is nearest town to Vaikuntam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Vaikuntam

According to the 2011 Census, Vaikuntam has a total population of about 7,654, with approximately 3,960 males and 3,694 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 692 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,096 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 59.00%, with male literacy at about 67.42% and female literacy near 49.97%. There are around 2,114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaikuntam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,654 3,960 3,694
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 692 384 308
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,096 553 543
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,516 2,670 1,846
Illiterate Population 3,138 1,290 1,848

Connectivity of Vaikuntam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaikuntam. As per the 2011 stats, Vaikuntam 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Vaikuntam

Knowing the nearby villages of Vaikuntam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaikuntam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vaikuntam

Where is Vaikuntam located?
Vaikuntam village is situated in Sankari Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaikuntam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaikuntam is Vaikundam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vaikuntam?
The pincode of Vaikuntam is 637503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vaikuntam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaikuntam is 7,654, with 3,960 males and 3,694 females.
How many households are there in Vaikuntam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vaikuntam village has a total of 2,114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaikuntam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaikuntam is 59.00%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 49.97%.