Kakkaveri - Rasipuram, Namakkal
Kakkaveri is a village situated in the Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasipuram and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Arasapalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakkaveri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakkaveri is 634517. The village covers a total geographical area of 889.99 hectares and falls under the 637408 pincode. Rasipuram is the nearest town.
Kakkaveri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasipuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakkaveri
As per Census 2011, Kakkaveri village has a total population of 6,643 people, consisting of 3,530 males and 3,113 females. The village has 1,539 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,780 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakkaveri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,643 | 3,530 | 3,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 261 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,474 | 754 | 720 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,780 | 2,780 | 2,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 750 | 1,113 |
Nearby Villages of Kakkaveri
Kakkaveri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thottiampatti | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Koneripatti | West | 2.52 km |
| Seerapalli | East | 2.98 km |
| Singalandapuram | South | 3.14 km |
| Vadugam Muniappampalayam | North-East | 3.31 km |
| O.jedarpalayam | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Pattanam Muniappampalayam | North | 3.95 km |
| Thoppapatti | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Chandrasegarapuram Agraharam | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Vadugam | North-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakkaveri
Kakkaveri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Neykkarapatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Kakkaveri is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakkaveri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakkaveri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kakkaveri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakkaveri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kakkaveri
Where is Kakkaveri located?
Kakkaveri village is located in Rasipuram Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakkaveri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakkaveri is Arasapalayam.
What is the pincode of Kakkaveri?
The pincode of Kakkaveri is 637408.
What is the population of Kakkaveri?
Kakkaveri has a total population of 6,643, including 3,530 males and 3,113 females.
How many households are there in Kakkaveri?
There are 1,539 households in Kakkaveri.
What is the literacy rate in Kakkaveri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakkaveri is 71.96%. Male literacy is 78.75% and female literacy is 64.25%.