Kelambakkam
Kelambakkam is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kelambakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kelambakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelambakkam unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Kelambakkam’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 Kelambakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelambakkam is 629418. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603211. Thiruporur is nearest town to Kelambakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kelambakkam
Population of Kelambakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Kelambakkam has a total population of about 5,189, with approximately 2,571 males and 2,618 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 588 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.05%, with male literacy at about 83.90% and female literacy near 76.28%. There are around 1,288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelambakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,189 | 2,571 | 2,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 293 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 579 | 581 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,154 | 2,157 | 1,997 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 414 | 621 |
Connectivity of Kelambakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelambakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Kelambakkam 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 8 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelambakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelambakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelambakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelambakkam
- Where is Kelambakkam located?
- Kelambakkam village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelambakkam?
- Kelambakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelambakkam?
- The pincode of Kelambakkam is 603211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelambakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelambakkam is 5,189, with 2,571 males and 2,618 females.
- How many households are there in Kelambakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelambakkam village has a total of 1,288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelambakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelambakkam is 80.05%. The male literacy rate is 83.90%, while the female literacy rate is 76.28%.