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.

Vaikuntam has its own place in the vibrant Salem region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Vaikuntam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vaikuntam village:

  • The total population of Vaikuntam village is around 7,654, including approximately 3,960 males and 3,694 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 692 children aged 0–6 years in Vaikuntam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vaikuntam village has 1,096 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Vaikuntam village is about 59.00%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 49.97%.
  • There are around 2,114 households in Vaikuntam village.

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.

Agraharam Talaiyur Kalikavundanpalayam Kanagagiri Kandarakulamanickam Gudalur Olakkachinnanur Devanakavandanur Kaveripatti Koneripatti Ag Koneripatti Kaveripatti Agraharam

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%.