Vadakkupalayam
Vadakkupalayam is a village located in Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kattumannarkoil (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vadakkupalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadakkupalayam unique in its vibrant Kattumannarkoil-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vadakkupalayam’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 Vadakkupalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakkupalayam is 636951. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608701. Chidambaram is nearest town to Vadakkupalayam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vadakkupalayam
Population of Vadakkupalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Vadakkupalayam has a total population of about 4,961, with approximately 2,482 males and 2,479 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 523 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,370 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 66.62%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 59.94%. There are around 1,160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadakkupalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,961 | 2,482 | 2,479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 278 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,370 | 669 | 701 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,305 | 1,819 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 663 | 993 |
Connectivity of Vadakkupalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadakkupalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Vadakkupalayam 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 Vadakkupalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadakkupalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadakkupalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakkupalayam
- Where is Vadakkupalayam located?
- Vadakkupalayam village is situated in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadakkupalayam?
- Vadakkupalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadakkupalayam?
- The pincode of Vadakkupalayam is 608701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadakkupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakkupalayam is 4,961, with 2,482 males and 2,479 females.
- How many households are there in Vadakkupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadakkupalayam village has a total of 1,160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadakkupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakkupalayam is 66.62%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 59.94%.