Puduppalayam
Puduppalayam is a village located in Edappadi taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Edappadi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Pudupalayam is the gram panchayat of Puduppalayam village.
Here you can discover what makes Puduppalayam unique in its vibrant Edappadi-Salem region. You’ll see Puduppalayam’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 Puduppalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puduppalayam is 633903. The village spans a total geographical area of 537.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636306. Konganapuram is nearest town to Puduppalayam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puduppalayam
Population of Puduppalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Puduppalayam has a total population of about 6,351, with approximately 3,401 males and 2,950 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 764 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 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 46.39%, with male literacy at about 56.51% and female literacy near 34.71%. There are around 1,522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puduppalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,351 | 3,401 | 2,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 764 | 408 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,946 | 1,922 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,405 | 1,479 | 1,926 |
Connectivity of Puduppalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puduppalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Puduppalayam 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 Puduppalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Puduppalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puduppalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puduppalayam
- Where is Puduppalayam located?
- Puduppalayam village is situated in Edappadi Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puduppalayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puduppalayam is Pudupalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puduppalayam?
- The pincode of Puduppalayam is 636306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puduppalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puduppalayam is 6,351, with 3,401 males and 2,950 females.
- How many households are there in Puduppalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puduppalayam village has a total of 1,522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puduppalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puduppalayam is 46.39%. The male literacy rate is 56.51%, while the female literacy rate is 34.71%.