Padalam
Padalam is a village located in Maduranthakam taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Maduranthakam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Padalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Padalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padalam unique in its vibrant Maduranthakam-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Padalam’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 Padalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padalam is 629988. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603308. Chengalpattu is nearest town to Padalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Padalam
Population of Padalam
According to the 2011 Census, Padalam has a total population of about 2,238, with approximately 1,121 males and 1,117 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.06%, with male literacy at about 71.81% and female literacy near 58.28%. There are around 559 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,238 | 1,121 | 1,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,808 | 913 | 895 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 805 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 316 | 466 |
Connectivity of Padalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padalam. As per the 2011 stats, Padalam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Padalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Padalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padalam
- Where is Padalam located?
- Padalam village is situated in Maduranthakam Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padalam?
- Padalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padalam?
- The pincode of Padalam is 603308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padalam is 2,238, with 1,121 males and 1,117 females.
- How many households are there in Padalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padalam village has a total of 559 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padalam is 65.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.81%, while the female literacy rate is 58.28%.