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.

Valakarai 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 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

Below is a concise population overview of Valakarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valakarai village:

  • The total population of Valakarai village is around 1,658, including approximately 821 males and 837 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Valakarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Valakarai village has 1,085 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Valakarai village is about 66.04%, with male literacy at 72.72% and female literacy at 59.50%.
  • There are around 457 households in Valakarai village.

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.

Karugudi Thirukuvalai Malavelakarai Madapuram Meenamanallur Esanur Thiruvaimur Ettugudi Vallam Keeramber Muthurasapuram

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%.