Edappadi
Edappadi is a Town and Taluka in Salem District of Tamil Nadu. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Edappadi Block (CD) is 05738. The total area of Edappadi Taluka is 318 km², which includes 271.82 km² of rural area and 45.82 km² of urban area. Edappadi has a sex ratio of approximately 916 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Edappadi Taluka
Edappadi Taluka has a total of 20 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Edappadi Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adaiyur | Adaiyur | Jalakandapuram |
| 2 | Avaniperur | Avaniperur East | Edappadi |
| 3 | Chettimankurichi | Chettimankurichi | Edappadi |
| 4 | Chittur | Chittoor | Poolampatti |
| 5 | Dadapuram | Dadhapuram | Edappadi |
| 6 | Erumaipatti | Erumaipatti | Konganapuram |
| 7 | Idupali | Iruppali | Edappadi |
| 8 | Kachchippalli | Katchupalli | Konganapuram |
| 9 | Konasamudram | Konasamudram | Konganapuram |
| 10 | Koranampatti | Koranampatti | Konganapuram |
| 11 | Kurubapatti | Kurumbapatti | Edappadi |
| 12 | Nedungulam | Nedungulam | Poolampatti |
| 13 | Pakkanadu | Pakkanadu | Jalakandapuram |
| 14 | Pakkanadu R F | Pakkanadu | Edappadi |
| 15 | Puduppalayam | Pudupalayam | Konganapuram |
| 16 | Samudram | Samudram | Konganapuram |
| 17 | Tangayur | Thangayur | Konganapuram |
| 18 | Vellalapuram | Vellalapuram | Dharamangalam |
| 19 | Vellarivalli | Vellarivelli | Edappadi |
| 20 | Vembaneri | Vembaneri | Edappadi |
Population of Edappadi Taluka
The population profile of Edappadi Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Edappadi Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,23,756 | 1,50,170 | 73,586 |
| Male Population | 1,16,729 | 79,070 | 37,659 |
| Female Population | 1,07,027 | 71,100 | 35,927 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22,173 | 15,035 | 7,138 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,679 | 8,023 | 3,656 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,494 | 7,012 | 3,482 |
| Literate Population | 1,27,078 | 79,762 | 47,316 |
| Literate Male Population | 76,102 | 49,072 | 27,030 |
| Literate Female Population | 50,976 | 30,690 | 20,286 |
| Illiterate Population | 96,678 | 70,408 | 26,270 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 40,627 | 29,998 | 10,629 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 56,051 | 40,410 | 15,641 |
| Total Households | 60,916 | 41,044 | 19,872 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Edappadi Taluka is around 2,23,756 people. This includes 1,16,729 males and 1,07,027 females. Rural population is about 1,50,170 (79,070 males and 71,100 females), while urban population is nearly 73,586 (37,659 males and 35,927 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 22,173 of the population, with 11,679 boys and 10,494 girls. Rural areas have 15,035 children, and urban areas have about 7,138 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 1,27,078 literate people in Edappadi Taluka, including 76,102 literate males and 50,976 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 79,762 individuals and urban literacy covers around 47,316 people.
- About 96,678 people in Edappadi Taluka are not literate, including 40,627 males and 56,051 females. Rural areas include 70,408 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 26,270 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 60,916 households, with 41,044 in villages and 19,872 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Edappadi Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 22,758 | 13,377 | 9,381 |
| SC Male Population | 11,657 | 6,858 | 4,799 |
| SC Female Population | 11,101 | 6,519 | 4,582 |
| Total ST Population | 287 | 67 | 220 |
| ST Male Population | 109 | N/A | 109 |
| ST Female Population | 178 | 67 | 111 |
| Population Density | 704 / km² | 552 / km² | 1,606 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Edappadi Taluka is approximately 22,758 people, including 11,657 males and 11,101 females. Around 13,377 people live in rural parts. Nearly 9,381 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Edappadi Taluka is about 287 people, including 109 males and 178 females. Around 67 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 220 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 704 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 552 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,606 people per sq. km.