Vikramasingapuram facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vikramasingapuram
VK Puram
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Town
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Singai
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 Vikramasingapuram
Location in Tamil Nadu
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| Country |  India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Tirunelveli |
| Revenue Division | Cheranmahadevi |
| Taluk | Ambasamudram |
| Government | |
| • Type | Second Grade Municipality |
| • Body | Vikramasingapuram Municipality |
| Elevation | 200 m (700 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 47,241 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
627425
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| Vehicle registration | TN-72 |
Vikramasingapuram, also known as VK Puram, is a town in the Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu, India. It is part of the Ambasamudram area. In 2011, about 47,241 people lived there.
This small town sits by the Thamirabarani River. It is about 46 kilometers from Tirunelveli, the main city of the district. Vikramasingapuram is also near the Podhigai Hill, which is the southern end of the Western Ghats mountain range. People of different religions and backgrounds live together peacefully here.
Geography and Location
Vikramasingapuram is located at 8.67° N latitude and 77.33° E longitude. The town is about 200 meters (656 feet) above sea level. It is 53 kilometers south of Tirunelveli and 7 kilometers from Ambasamudram. The town is right on the banks of the Thamirabarani River.
Just 2 kilometers from VK Puram is a place called Papanasam. Here, you can find the Agasthiyar Falls. The Thamirabarani River flows down into the plains from these falls. The water drops from a height of 100 meters over a rocky wall. This area is surrounded by the green, forested hills of the Western Ghats. The Agasthiyar Falls have water flowing all year round, unlike some other waterfalls that only flow during certain seasons.
People and Culture
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| Religion | Percent(%) | |||
| Hindu | 78.62% | |||
| Muslim | 7.45% | |||
| Christian | 13.83% | |||
| Sikh | 0.02% | |||
| Buddhist | 0.02% | |||
| Other | 0.05% | |||
According to the 2011 census, Vikramasingapuram had a population of 47,241 people. For every 1,000 males, there were 1,058 females. This is higher than the national average for India. About 4,198 children were under the age of six.
The town's average literacy rate was 81.28%. This means that most people in Vikramasingapuram can read and write. This rate is higher than India's national average of 72.99%. Most people in the town work in various jobs, including farming and local industries.
When it comes to religion, the 2011 census showed that:
- 78.62% of people were Hindus.
- 7.45% were Muslims.
- 13.83% were Christians.
- A small number were Sikhs, Buddhists, or followed other religions.
Fun Places to Visit
One exciting place near Vikramasingapuram is the Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve. This reserve is located high up in the Western Ghats, between 1,000 and 1,500 meters above sea level.
Inside this reserve, you'll find the Manjolai area. It's a beautiful spot with:
- Tea plantations, where tea leaves are grown.
- Small villages near the tea plantations.
- The Upper Kodaiyar Dam.
- A windy viewpoint called Kuthiravetti, which offers amazing views.
The Manjolai area is also close to the Manimuthar Dam and the Manimuthar Water Falls. It's a great place to explore nature and see wildlife.
See also
In Spanish: Vikramasingapuram para niños
