Arpakkam
Arpakkam is a village located in Kancheepuram taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram is the district & sub-district headquarter of Arpakkam village. As per 2009 stats, Arpaakkam is the gram panchayat of Arpakkam village.
Here you can discover what makes Arpakkam unique in its vibrant Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Arpakkam’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 Arpakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arpakkam is 629732. The village spans a total geographical area of 834.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631502. Kancheepuram is nearest town to Arpakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Arpakkam
Population of Arpakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Arpakkam has a total population of about 2,937, with approximately 1,475 males and 1,462 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 378 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,626 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 320. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.08%, with male literacy at about 67.32% and female literacy near 54.79%. There are around 731 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arpakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,937 | 1,475 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 181 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,626 | 808 | 818 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 171 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 993 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 482 | 661 |
Connectivity of Arpakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arpakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Arpakkam 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 16 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 16 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arpakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Arpakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arpakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arpakkam
- Where is Arpakkam located?
- Arpakkam village is situated in Kancheepuram Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arpakkam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arpakkam is Arpaakkam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arpakkam?
- The pincode of Arpakkam is 631502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arpakkam is 2,937, with 1,475 males and 1,462 females.
- How many households are there in Arpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arpakkam village has a total of 731 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arpakkam is 61.08%. The male literacy rate is 67.32%, while the female literacy rate is 54.79%.