Vaduganthangal
Vaduganthangal is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vaduganthangal village respectively.
Here you can discover what makes Vaduganthangal unique in its vibrant Katpadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Vaduganthangal’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 Vaduganthangal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaduganthangal is 630440. The village spans a total geographical area of 376.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632204. Katpadi is nearest town to Vaduganthangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vaduganthangal 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 Kilvaithinankuppam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vaduganthangal
Population of Vaduganthangal
According to the 2011 Census, Vaduganthangal has a total population of about 3,644, with approximately 1,800 males and 1,844 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 412 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.01%, with male literacy at about 80.67% and female literacy near 67.52%. There are around 875 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaduganthangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,644 | 1,800 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 203 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,156 | 561 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,697 | 1,452 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 348 | 599 |
Connectivity of Vaduganthangal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaduganthangal. As per the 2011 stats, Vaduganthangal 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Vaduganthangal
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaduganthangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaduganthangal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaduganthangal
- Where is Vaduganthangal located?
- Vaduganthangal village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the pincode of Vaduganthangal?
- The pincode of Vaduganthangal is 632204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaduganthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaduganthangal is 3,644, with 1,800 males and 1,844 females.
- How many households are there in Vaduganthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaduganthangal village has a total of 875 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaduganthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaduganthangal is 74.01%. The male literacy rate is 80.67%, while the female literacy rate is 67.52%.