Adukkam - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Adukkam is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Adukkam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adukkam is 635445. The village covers a total geographical area of 2346.22 hectares and falls under the 624101 pincode. Kodaikanal is the nearest town.
Adukkam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adukkam
As per Census 2011, Adukkam village has a total population of 3,665 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 1,808 females. The village has 937 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,743 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adukkam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,665 | 1,857 | 1,808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 206 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 398 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 199 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 2,743 | 1,486 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 371 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Adukkam
Adukkam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Adukkam
Adukkam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Adukkam is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adukkam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adukkam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adukkam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adukkam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adukkam
Where is Adukkam located?
Adukkam village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adukkam?
Adukkam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Adukkam?
The pincode of Adukkam is 624101.
What is the population of Adukkam?
Adukkam has a total population of 3,665, including 1,857 males and 1,808 females.
How many households are there in Adukkam?
There are 937 households in Adukkam.
What is the literacy rate in Adukkam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adukkam is 74.84%. Male literacy is 80.02% and female literacy is 69.52%.