Sakkangudi
Sakkangudi is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Sakkankudi is the gram panchayat of Sakkangudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sakkangudi unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Sakkangudi’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 Sakkangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakkangudi is 636828. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608201. Chidambaram is nearest town to Sakkangudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sakkangudi
Population of Sakkangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakkangudi has a total population of about 2,043, with approximately 1,022 males and 1,021 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 560 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.46%, with male literacy at about 68.88% and female literacy near 56.02%. There are around 522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakkangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,043 | 1,022 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 274 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 704 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 318 | 449 |
Connectivity of Sakkangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakkangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Sakkangudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakkangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakkangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakkangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakkangudi
- Where is Sakkangudi located?
- Sakkangudi village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakkangudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakkangudi is Sakkankudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sakkangudi?
- The pincode of Sakkangudi is 608201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakkangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakkangudi is 2,043, with 1,022 males and 1,021 females.
- How many households are there in Sakkangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakkangudi village has a total of 522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakkangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakkangudi is 62.46%. The male literacy rate is 68.88%, while the female literacy rate is 56.02%.