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.
Nerkunam has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Nerkunam
Below is a concise population overview of Nerkunam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nerkunam village:
- The total population of Nerkunam village is around 1,127, including approximately 574 males and 553 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Nerkunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nerkunam village has 520 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nerkunam village is about 66.37%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 59.67%.
- There are around 271 households in Nerkunam village.
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%.