Vettangulam
Vettangulam is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vettangulam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vettangulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vettangulam unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Vettangulam’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 Vettangulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vettangulam is 630648. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631051. Nemili is nearest town to Vettangulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vettangulam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vettangulam
Population of Vettangulam
According to the 2011 Census, Vettangulam has a total population of about 1,465, with approximately 716 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 783 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.69%, with male literacy at about 75.98% and female literacy near 63.68%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vettangulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,465 | 716 | 749 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 377 | 406 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
Literate Population | 1,021 | 544 | 477 |
Illiterate Population | 444 | 172 | 272 |
Connectivity of Vettangulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vettangulam. As per the 2011 stats, Vettangulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 16 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vettangulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vettangulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vettangulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vettangulam
- Where is Vettangulam located?
- Vettangulam village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vettangulam?
- Vettangulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vettangulam?
- The pincode of Vettangulam is 631051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vettangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vettangulam is 1,465, with 716 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Vettangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vettangulam village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vettangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vettangulam is 69.69%. The male literacy rate is 75.98%, while the female literacy rate is 63.68%.