Irakam - Tada, Tirupati
Irakam is a village situated in the Tada mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Tada and around 118 km from Nellore. Irakam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irakam is 592790. The village covers a total geographical area of 2636 hectares and falls under the 524401 pincode. Chennai is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Irakam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irakam
As per Census 2011, Irakam village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 908 males and 912 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irakam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 908 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 363 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 545 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Irakam
Irakam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Irakam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Irakam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chennai to Irakam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Irakam is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irakam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irakam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irakam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irakam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irakam
Where is Irakam located?
Irakam village is located in Tada Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irakam?
Irakam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irakam?
The pincode of Irakam is 524401.
What is the population of Irakam?
Irakam has a total population of 1,820, including 908 males and 912 females.
How many households are there in Irakam?
There are 513 households in Irakam.
What is the literacy rate in Irakam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irakam is 37.31%. Male literacy is 39.98% and female literacy is 34.65%.