Vakkur

Vakkur is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vaakkur is the gram panchayat of Vakkur village.

Here you can discover what makes Vakkur unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vakkur’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 Vakkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakkur is 636851. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608201. Chidambaram is nearest town to Vakkur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Vakkur

According to the 2011 Census, Vakkur has a total population of about 717, with approximately 368 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 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 76.57%, with male literacy at about 83.97% and female literacy near 68.77%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vakkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 717 368 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 28 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 472 240 232
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 549 309 240
Illiterate Population 168 59 109

Connectivity of Vakkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakkur. As per the 2011 stats, Vakkur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Vakkur

Knowing the nearby villages of Vakkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakkur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vakkur

Where is Vakkur located?
Vakkur village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vakkur is Vaakkur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vakkur?
The pincode of Vakkur is 608201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vakkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakkur is 717, with 368 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Vakkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vakkur village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakkur is 76.57%. The male literacy rate is 83.97%, while the female literacy rate is 68.77%.