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.
Here you can discover what makes Gedikaval unique in its vibrant Sankari-Salem region. You’ll see Gedikaval’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 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.
Google Map of Gedikaval
Population of Gedikaval
According to the 2011 Census, Gedikaval has a total population of about 735, with approximately 390 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 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 50.75%, with male literacy at about 58.72% and female literacy near 41.74%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gedikaval's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.