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.
Here you can discover what makes Vengalam unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Vengalam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vengalam has a total population of about 1,581, with approximately 817 males and 764 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,085 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.76%, with male literacy at about 62.91% and female literacy near 43.98%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vengalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.