Veerakkal
Veerakkal is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Veerakkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Veerakkal unique in its vibrant Mettur-Salem region. You’ll see Veerakkal’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 Veerakkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veerakkal is 633776. The village spans a total geographical area of 1157.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636454. Nangavalli is nearest town to Veerakkal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Veerakkal 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 Edappadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Salem Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Veerakkal
Population of Veerakkal
According to the 2011 Census, Veerakkal has a total population of about 3,418, with approximately 1,816 males and 1,602 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 928 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 57.34%, with male literacy at about 65.47% and female literacy near 48.13%. There are around 957 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Veerakkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,418 | 1,816 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 200 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 928 | 483 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,189 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,458 | 627 | 831 |
Connectivity of Veerakkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veerakkal. As per the 2011 stats, Veerakkal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Veerakkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Veerakkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veerakkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Veerakkal
- Where is Veerakkal located?
- Veerakkal village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Veerakkal?
- Veerakkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Veerakkal?
- The pincode of Veerakkal is 636454, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Veerakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veerakkal is 3,418, with 1,816 males and 1,602 females.
- How many households are there in Veerakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Veerakkal village has a total of 957 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Veerakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veerakkal is 57.34%. The male literacy rate is 65.47%, while the female literacy rate is 48.13%.