Koppam
Koppam is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Koppampatti is the gram panchayat of Koppam village.
Koppam has its own place in the vibrant Salem 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 Koppam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koppam is 633778. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636453. Mecheri is nearest town to Koppam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Koppam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Koppam
Population of Koppam
Below is a concise population overview of Koppam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 244 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 293 | 188 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 56 | 98 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Koppam village:
- The total population of Koppam village is around 447, including approximately 244 males and 203 females, with a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Koppam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Koppam village is about 65.55%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 51.72%.
- There are around 119 households in Koppam village.
Connectivity of Koppam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koppam. As per the 2011 stats, Koppam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Koppam
Knowing the nearby villages of Koppam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koppam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koppam
- Where is Koppam located?
- Koppam village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koppam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Koppam is Koppampatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Koppam?
- The pincode of Koppam is 636453, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Koppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koppam is 447, with 244 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Koppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koppam village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koppam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koppam is 65.55%. The male literacy rate is 77.05%, while the female literacy rate is 51.72%.