Vakkanangundu Village Overview
Vakkanangundu is a village in Kariapatti tehsil of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 4 km from Kariapatti tehsil headquarters and around 26 km from Virudhunagar district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Vakkanangundu village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Vakkanangundu village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakkanangundu is 641428. The village covers a geographical area of 242.37 hectares and has a pincode of 626104. Kariapatti is the nearest town.
Location Map of Vakkanangundu
Population & Demographics of Vakkanangundu
This section provides population and demographic details of Vakkanangundu village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 613 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 65 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 113 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 867 | 491 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 122 | 261 |
Key population details of Vakkanangundu village are given below:
- Vakkanangundu village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,250, including approximately 613 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 240 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Vakkanangundu village is good, with a literacy rate of about 69.36%.
- There are around 342 households in Vakkanangundu village.
Transport & Connectivity of Vakkanangundu
Transport facilities help residents of Vakkanangundu village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Vakkanangundu
The following villages are located close to Vakkanangundu and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakkanangundu
- Where is Vakkanangundu located?
- Vakkanangundu village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakkanangundu?
- Vakkanangundu is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Vakkanangundu?
- The pincode of Vakkanangundu is 626104.
- What is the population of Vakkanangundu?
- Vakkanangundu has a total population of 1,250, including 613 males and 637 females.
- How many households are there in Vakkanangundu?
- There are 342 households in Vakkanangundu.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakkanangundu?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakkanangundu is 69.36%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 59.03%.