Kadakkam
Kadakkam is a village located in Tharangambadi taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tharangambadi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Kadakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Kadakkam has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 Kadakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kadakkam is 637595. The village spans a total geographical area of 311.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609402. Mayiladuthurai is nearest town to Kadakkam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kadakkam
Population of Kadakkam
Below is a concise population overview of Kadakkam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,785 | 904 | 881 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 373 | 390 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Literate Population | 1,268 | 687 | 581 |
Illiterate Population | 517 | 217 | 300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kadakkam village:
- The total population of Kadakkam village is around 1,785, including approximately 904 males and 881 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Kadakkam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kadakkam village has 763 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kadakkam village is about 71.04%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 65.95%.
- There are around 458 households in Kadakkam village.
Connectivity of Kadakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kadakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Kadakkam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kadakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kadakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kadakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kadakkam
- Where is Kadakkam located?
- Kadakkam village is situated in Tharangambadi Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kadakkam?
- Kadakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kadakkam?
- The pincode of Kadakkam is 609402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kadakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kadakkam is 1,785, with 904 males and 881 females.
- How many households are there in Kadakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kadakkam village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kadakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kadakkam is 71.04%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 65.95%.