Pakkam
Pakkam is a village located in Maduranthakam taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Maduranthakam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pakkam unique in its vibrant Maduranthakam-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Pakkam’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 Pakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakkam is 630073. The village spans a total geographical area of 544.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603306. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Pakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Pakkam
Population of Pakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Pakkam has a total population of about 1,864, with approximately 908 males and 956 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 765 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.95%, with male literacy at about 73.13% and female literacy near 55.23%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,864 | 908 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 372 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 664 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 244 | 428 |
Connectivity of Pakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Pakkam 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 Pakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakkam
- Where is Pakkam located?
- Pakkam village is situated in Maduranthakam Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakkam?
- Pakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakkam?
- The pincode of Pakkam is 603306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakkam is 1,864, with 908 males and 956 females.
- How many households are there in Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakkam village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakkam is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 55.23%.