Valakarai

Valakarai is a village located in Thirukkuvalai taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Thirukkuvalai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Valakarai village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valakarai is 637777. The village spans a total geographical area of 367.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610204. Velankanni is nearest town to Valakarai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Valakarai

According to the 2011 Census, Valakarai has a total population of about 1,658, with approximately 821 males and 837 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,085 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 66.04%, with male literacy at about 72.72% and female literacy near 59.50%. There are around 457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valakarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,658 821 837
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 89 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,085 535 550
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,095 597 498
Illiterate Population 563 224 339

Connectivity of Valakarai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valakarai. As per the 2011 stats, Valakarai 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Valakarai

Knowing the nearby villages of Valakarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valakarai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Valakarai

Where is Valakarai located?
Valakarai village is situated in Thirukkuvalai Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valakarai?
Valakarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Valakarai?
The pincode of Valakarai is 610204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valakarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valakarai is 1,658, with 821 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Valakarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valakarai village has a total of 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valakarai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valakarai is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 72.72%, while the female literacy rate is 59.50%.