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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Eripakkam village had a total population of 4,703 people, including 2,294 males and 2,409 females, living in 1,100 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 82.92% and female literacy at 68.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,013.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Eripakkam?
Eripakkam is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Eripakkam?
The pincode of Eripakkam is 605106.
What is the population of Eripakkam?
Eripakkam had a total population of 4,703, including 2,294 males and 2,409 females.
How many households are there in Eripakkam?
Eripakkam had 1,100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Eripakkam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eripakkam was 75.64%. Male literacy was 82.92% and female literacy was 68.77%.