Edaichchithur

Edaichchithur is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Edachithur is the gram panchayat of Edaichchithur village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edaichchithur is 637097. The village spans a total geographical area of 897.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606104. Mangalampettai is nearest town to Edaichchithur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Edaichchithur

According to the 2011 Census, Edaichchithur has a total population of about 4,351, with approximately 2,252 males and 2,099 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 494 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 950 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 65.85%, with male literacy at about 75.18% and female literacy near 55.84%. There are around 1,065 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Edaichchithur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,351 2,252 2,099
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 494 252 242
Scheduled Castes (SC) 950 485 465
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,865 1,693 1,172
Illiterate Population 1,486 559 927

Connectivity of Edaichchithur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edaichchithur. As per the 2011 stats, Edaichchithur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Edaichchithur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Edaichchithur

Where is Edaichchithur located?
Edaichchithur village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edaichchithur?
The Gram Panchayat of Edaichchithur is Edachithur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Edaichchithur?
The pincode of Edaichchithur is 606104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Edaichchithur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edaichchithur is 4,351, with 2,252 males and 2,099 females.
How many households are there in Edaichchithur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Edaichchithur village has a total of 1,065 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edaichchithur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edaichchithur is 65.85%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 55.84%.