Vadagarai
Vadagarai is a village located in Periyakulam taluka of Theni district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 1.5km away from sub-district headquarter Periyakulam (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Theni Allinagaram. As per 2009 stats, Keelavadakarai is the gram panchayat of Vadagarai village.
Vadagarai has its own place in the vibrant Theni 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 Vadagarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadagarai is 641084. The village spans a total geographical area of 2292.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625601. Periyakulam is nearest town to Vadagarai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Vadagarai
Below is a concise population overview of Vadagarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,367 | 3,163 | 3,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 296 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,739 | 872 | 867 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4,495 | 2,426 | 2,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,872 | 737 | 1,135 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadagarai village:
- The total population of Vadagarai village is around 6,367, including approximately 3,163 males and 3,204 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 609 children aged 0–6 years in Vadagarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadagarai village has 1,739 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadagarai village is about 70.60%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 64.58%.
- There are around 1,668 households in Vadagarai village.
Connectivity of Vadagarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadagarai. As per the 2011 stats, Vadagarai 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 Vadagarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadagarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadagarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadagarai
- Where is Vadagarai located?
- Vadagarai village is situated in Periyakulam Taluka, within the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadagarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadagarai is Keelavadakarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vadagarai?
- The pincode of Vadagarai is 625601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadagarai is 6,367, with 3,163 males and 3,204 females.
- How many households are there in Vadagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadagarai village has a total of 1,668 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadagarai is 70.60%. The male literacy rate is 76.70%, while the female literacy rate is 64.58%.