Kalkunam
Kalkunam is a village located in Kurinjipadi taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kurinjipadi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kalkunam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkunam unique in its vibrant Kurinjipadi-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Kalkunam’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 Kalkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkunam is 636731. The village spans a total geographical area of 470.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607302. Kurinjipadi is nearest town to Kalkunam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kalkunam
Population of Kalkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkunam has a total population of about 2,506, with approximately 1,301 males and 1,205 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 783 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.42%, with male literacy at about 67.87% and female literacy near 52.37%. There are around 606 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,301 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 153 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 409 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 883 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 418 | 574 |
Connectivity of Kalkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkunam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkunam
- Where is Kalkunam located?
- Kalkunam village is situated in Kurinjipadi Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkunam?
- Kalkunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalkunam?
- The pincode of Kalkunam is 607302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkunam is 2,506, with 1,301 males and 1,205 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkunam village has a total of 606 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkunam is 60.42%. The male literacy rate is 67.87%, while the female literacy rate is 52.37%.