Vaikom Postal Codes, Kottayam, Kerala India

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Vaikom, located in Kerala, Kottayam, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Vaikom to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Vaikom on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Vaikom sub-districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Vaikom

Key Facts

Vaikom is a municipality and town located in the Kottayam district of Kerala, India. Situated in the western part of Kottayam district, Vaikom lies approximately 33 kilometers north of the district headquarters in Kottayam city and is positioned along the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in Kerala. This historic town covers an area of about 8.73 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 23,000 people according to recent census data. Vaikom is administratively organized into 35 wards within the municipality structure. The town holds significant historical and cultural importance, most notably as the site of the Vaikom Satyagraha, a landmark temple entry movement in 1924-25 that fought for the right of all Hindus to enter temples regardless of caste. Vaikom's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coconut, rubber, and rice being the main crops, supplemented by fishing activities in the nearby backwaters. The town serves as an important commercial and transportation hub for the surrounding rural areas. For residents and businesses in Vaikom seeking postal services, comprehensive postal code information is available for all 35 municipal wards and surrounding areas.

Neighboring Regions

* Kaduthuruthy

* Vechoor

* Thalayolaparambu

* Kumarakom