Vengalam
Vengalam is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Vengalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Vengalam has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Vengalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vengalam is 633359. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606205. Thiyagadurgam is nearest town to Vengalam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Vengalam 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 Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vengalam
Population of Vengalam
Below is a concise population overview of Vengalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,581 | 817 | 764 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,085 | 576 | 509 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 850 | 514 | 336 |
Illiterate Population | 731 | 303 | 428 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vengalam village:
- The total population of Vengalam village is around 1,581, including approximately 817 males and 764 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Vengalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vengalam village has 1,085 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vengalam village is about 53.76%, with male literacy at 62.91% and female literacy at 43.98%.
- There are around 312 households in Vengalam village.
Connectivity of Vengalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vengalam. As per the 2011 stats, Vengalam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vengalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vengalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vengalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vengalam
- Where is Vengalam located?
- Vengalam village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vengalam?
- Vengalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vengalam?
- The pincode of Vengalam is 606205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vengalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vengalam is 1,581, with 817 males and 764 females.
- How many households are there in Vengalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vengalam village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vengalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vengalam is 53.76%. The male literacy rate is 62.91%, while the female literacy rate is 43.98%.