Acharavakkam
Acharavakkam is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Acharavakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sembakkam is the gram panchayat of Acharavakkam village.
Here you can discover what makes Acharavakkam unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Acharavakkam’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 Acharavakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Acharavakkam is 629494. The village spans a total geographical area of 615.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603108. Thiruporur is nearest town to Acharavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Acharavakkam
Population of Acharavakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Acharavakkam has a total population of about 822, with approximately 422 males and 400 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 313 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 68.13%, with male literacy at about 75.59% and female literacy near 60.25%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Acharavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 422 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 155 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 560 | 319 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 103 | 159 |
Connectivity of Acharavakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Acharavakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Acharavakkam 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 1 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Acharavakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Acharavakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Acharavakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Acharavakkam
- Where is Acharavakkam located?
- Acharavakkam village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Acharavakkam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Acharavakkam is Sembakkam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Acharavakkam?
- The pincode of Acharavakkam is 603108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Acharavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Acharavakkam is 822, with 422 males and 400 females.
- How many households are there in Acharavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Acharavakkam village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Acharavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Acharavakkam is 68.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.59%, while the female literacy rate is 60.25%.