Vadakarai
Vadakarai is a village located in Tittakudi taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Tittakudi (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Vadakarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadakarai unique in its vibrant Tittakudi-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Vadakarai’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 Vadakarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakarai is 637277. The village spans a total geographical area of 156.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606105. Pennadam is nearest town to Vadakarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Vadakarai
Population of Vadakarai
According to the 2011 Census, Vadakarai has a total population of about 965, with approximately 461 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 1093 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 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 70.36%, with male literacy at about 79.18% and female literacy near 62.30%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadakarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 461 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 143 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 679 | 365 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 96 | 190 |
Connectivity of Vadakarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadakarai. As per the 2011 stats, Vadakarai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadakarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadakarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadakarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakarai
- Where is Vadakarai located?
- Vadakarai village is situated in Tittakudi Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadakarai?
- Vadakarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadakarai?
- The pincode of Vadakarai is 606105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakarai is 965, with 461 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Vadakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadakarai village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakarai is 70.36%. The male literacy rate is 79.18%, while the female literacy rate is 62.30%.