Vallam

As of the^[update] 2011 Indian census,^[1] Vallam has a population of 14,495. Males constituted 48% and females 52%. Vallam has an average literacy rate of 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 77% and female literacy is 69%. In Vallam, 11% of the population is under 6.

Agowri Amman is a 1000- to 2000-year-old temple. Mother Agowri graces the temple with two heads sitting on a lotus-shaped Peeta. One face is ferocious, with long and sharp teeth showing her destructive side against the demons. The other above is calm, smiling and all graceful protecting the devotees and righteous from evils. The Mother has different weapons in Her eight hands and also a parrot representing Mother Parvati. Sri Chakra, an important form of Shakti worship, is installed under Mother Agowri's feet.^{[citation needed]}

The last Friday of Aadi month and Aadi Perukku (July–August), new moon and full moon days are celebrated.

Maha chandi homam is conducted every year during chithra pournami (full moon day).

Malai Mel Ayyanar temple This temple dates to Karikala's time, circa 100 BC-190 AD.^{[citation needed]} It is located in an elevated terrain. The main deity is Ayyanar accompanied by his two consorts.

Four mosques operate in central Vallam.

Eid Ka Masjid is situated on the highest hill, some distance from the Jummah masjid and market. Every year, Eid-Ul-Alha is held there. The mosque is over 150 years old.

Mela Pallivasal masjid is situated near Aanna statue near the market and is built with white marble. More than 100 years old, it is the oldest masjid there. Islamic Madarasa is situated near for younger Islamic childs to learn Islamic knowledge and Religious harmony.

Jumma Masjid is the biggest masjid, where Eid-Ul-Fithr (Ramadan) celebrations are an important aspect of this masjid as it is large enough to hold thousands of devotees.

Tawakalshah-Durgah is a 100-year old religious leader's graveyard. Where irrespective of religion, everyone visit there to pay respect to the Elder.

A new mosque opened for prayer in July 2013. This mosque has a capacity for 100 worshipers and is located in the Anna Nagar area.

St. Xavier's Church is a traditional Christian church, over 100 years old. It is located near the bus terminal. The church has a famous history and an associated school. St. Xavier's Middle School is locally called a "Matha" school.