Nerkunam
Nerkunam is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Nerkunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nergunam is the gram panchayat of Nerkunam village.
Here you can discover what makes Nerkunam unique in its vibrant Cheyyur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Nerkunam’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 Nerkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nerkunam is 630244. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603310. Achalpuram is nearest town to Nerkunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Nerkunam
Population of Nerkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Nerkunam has a total population of about 1,127, with approximately 574 males and 553 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 520 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.37%, with male literacy at about 72.82% and female literacy near 59.67%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nerkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,127 | 574 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 57 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 271 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 418 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 156 | 223 |
Connectivity of Nerkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nerkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Nerkunam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 7 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 20 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nerkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Nerkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nerkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nerkunam
- Where is Nerkunam located?
- Nerkunam village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nerkunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nerkunam is Nergunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nerkunam?
- The pincode of Nerkunam is 603310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nerkunam is 1,127, with 574 males and 553 females.
- How many households are there in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nerkunam village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nerkunam is 66.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.67%.