Gedikaval

Gedikaval is a village located in Sankari taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sankari (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vaikundam is the gram panchayat of Gedikaval village.

Gedikaval 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 Gedikaval

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gedikaval is 633931. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637103. Sankari is nearest town to Gedikaval village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gedikaval

Below is a concise population overview of Gedikaval as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 735 390 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 36 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 244 126 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 373 229 144
Illiterate Population 362 161 201

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gedikaval village:

  • The total population of Gedikaval village is around 735, including approximately 390 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Gedikaval village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gedikaval village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gedikaval village is about 50.75%, with male literacy at 58.72% and female literacy at 41.74%.
  • There are around 205 households in Gedikaval village.

Connectivity of Gedikaval

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gedikaval. As per the 2011 stats, Gedikaval 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gedikaval

Knowing the nearby villages of Gedikaval helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gedikaval.

Koneripatti Ag Koneripatti Kaveripatti Agraharam Manjakalpatti Vettukkadupatti Sellappampatti Irugalur Uthupalayam Sungudivaradampatti Puchampatti Sungidivarathampatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Gedikaval

Where is Gedikaval located?
Gedikaval village is situated in Sankari Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedikaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedikaval is Vaikundam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gedikaval?
The pincode of Gedikaval is 637103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gedikaval as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gedikaval is 735, with 390 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Gedikaval as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gedikaval village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedikaval as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gedikaval is 50.75%. The male literacy rate is 58.72%, while the female literacy rate is 41.74%.