Pekkaranai
Pekkaranai is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pekkaranai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nelvoy is the gram panchayat of Pekkaranai village.
Here you can discover what makes Pekkaranai unique in its vibrant Cheyyur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Pekkaranai’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 Pekkaranai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pekkaranai is 630173. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603306. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Pekkaranai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Pekkaranai
Population of Pekkaranai
According to the 2011 Census, Pekkaranai has a total population of about 582, with approximately 296 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 510 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.65%, with male literacy at about 65.54% and female literacy near 55.59%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pekkaranai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 296 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 262 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 194 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 102 | 127 |
Connectivity of Pekkaranai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pekkaranai. As per the 2011 stats, Pekkaranai 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 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pekkaranai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pekkaranai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pekkaranai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pekkaranai
- Where is Pekkaranai located?
- Pekkaranai village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pekkaranai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pekkaranai is Nelvoy (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pekkaranai?
- The pincode of Pekkaranai is 603306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pekkaranai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekkaranai is 582, with 296 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Pekkaranai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pekkaranai village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pekkaranai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekkaranai is 60.65%. The male literacy rate is 65.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.59%.