Vaiakalathur - Thiruppathur, Sivaganga
Vaiakalathur is a village situated in the Thiruppathur taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Tirupathur and around 49 km from Sivaganga. Kandavarayanpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaiakalathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaiakalathur is 639996. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109.99 hectares and falls under the 630203 pincode. Nerkuppai is the nearest town.
Vaiakalathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaiakalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Vaiakalathur village had a total population of 2,229 people, including 1,156 males and 1,073 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 2,229 | 1,156 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 147 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 786 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 370 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Vaiakalathur
Vaiakalathur 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 Vaiakalathur
Vaiakalathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Vaiakalathur is about 49 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 Vaiakalathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaiakalathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaiakalathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaiakalathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vaiakalathur
Where is Vaiakalathur located?
Vaiakalathur village is located in Thiruppathur Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaiakalathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaiakalathur is Kandavarayanpatti.
What is the pincode of Vaiakalathur?
The pincode of Vaiakalathur is 630203.
What is the population of Vaiakalathur?
Vaiakalathur had a total population of 2,229, including 1,156 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Vaiakalathur?
Vaiakalathur had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaiakalathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaiakalathur was 70.97%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 63.56%.