The Socio-Economic Profile is a compilation of comprehensive data that has been provided by the relevant departments. The release of this profile was rendered by the three local government bodies of Point Pedro Urban Council, Point Pedro Pradeshiya Sabha and Valvettithurai Urban Council, who joined forces with the Vadamarachchi North Divisional Secretariat. The process contains 12 chapters on General Aspects, Population, Land use, Governance and Administration, Economy, Education, Health and Social Services, Transport and Communication, Utility Services, Recreation, Environment and Security and Safety. Reference: Vadamarachchi North Division- 2011 Socio-Economic Profile