Eripakkam
Eripakkam is a village located in Bahour Taluk taluka of Puducherry district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bahour (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Puducherry. As per 2009 stats, Eripakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Eripakkam unique in its vibrant Bahour Taluk-Puducherry region. You’ll see Eripakkam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Eripakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eripakkam is 644963. The village spans a total geographical area of 282.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605106. Puducherry is nearest town to Eripakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Eripakkam
Population of Eripakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Eripakkam has a total population of about 4,703, with approximately 2,294 males and 2,409 females. The sex ratio is around 1050 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 569 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,013 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.49%, with male literacy at about 72.58% and female literacy near 60.69%. There are around 1,100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eripakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,703 | 2,294 | 2,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 569 | 286 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,013 | 972 | 1,041 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,127 | 1,665 | 1,462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 629 | 947 |
Connectivity of Eripakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eripakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Eripakkam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Eripakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Eripakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eripakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eripakkam
- Where is Eripakkam located?
- Eripakkam village is situated in Bahour Taluk Taluka, within the Puducherry district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eripakkam?
- Eripakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Eripakkam?
- The pincode of Eripakkam is 605106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Eripakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eripakkam is 4,703, with 2,294 males and 2,409 females.
- How many households are there in Eripakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eripakkam village has a total of 1,100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eripakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eripakkam is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 72.58%, while the female literacy rate is 60.69%.