Eripakkam - Bahour, Puducherry
Eripakkam is a village situated in the Bahour taluka of Puducherry district, Puducherry. It is located approximately 10 km from Bahour and around 20 km from Puducherry. Eripakkam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eripakkam is 644963. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.87 hectares and falls under the 605106 pincode. Puducherry is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Eripakkam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nettpakkam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the PUDUCHERRY Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Eripakkam
As per Census 2011, Eripakkam village has a total population of 4,703 people, consisting of 2,294 males and 2,409 females. The village has 1,100 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 569 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,127 literate and 1,576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,013 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Eripakkam are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 3,127 | 1,665 | 1,462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 629 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Eripakkam
Eripakkam 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 Eripakkam
Eripakkam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puducherry to Eripakkam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Eripakkam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Eripakkam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Eripakkam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Eripakkam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Eripakkam
Where is Eripakkam located?
Eripakkam village is located in Bahour Taluka, Puducherry district, Puducherry, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eripakkam?
Eripakkam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Eripakkam?
The pincode of Eripakkam is 605106.
What is the population of Eripakkam?
Eripakkam has a total population of 4,703, including 2,294 males and 2,409 females.
How many households are there in Eripakkam?
There are 1,100 households in Eripakkam.
What is the literacy rate in Eripakkam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eripakkam is 66.49%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 60.69%.