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.
Padalam 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Padalam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padalam village:
- The total population of Padalam village is around 2,238, including approximately 1,121 males and 1,117 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Padalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padalam village has 1,808 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padalam village is about 65.06%, with male literacy at 71.81% and female literacy at 58.28%.
- There are around 559 households in Padalam village.
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%.