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.

Here you can discover what makes Kadakkam unique in its vibrant Tharangambadi-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Kadakkam’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 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.

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Population of Kadakkam

According to the 2011 Census, Kadakkam has a total population of about 1,785, with approximately 904 males and 881 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 763 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.04%, with male literacy at about 76.00% and female literacy near 65.95%. There are around 458 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kadakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.