Pelakkadu

Pelakkadu is a village located in Yercaud taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Yercaud (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Maramangalam is the gram panchayat of Pelakkadu village.

Pelakkadu 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 Pelakkadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pelakkadu is 634118. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636601. Salem is nearest town to Pelakkadu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pelakkadu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 646 334 312
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 47 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 644 333 311
Literate Population 251 155 96
Illiterate Population 395 179 216

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

  • The total population of Pelakkadu village is around 646, including approximately 334 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Pelakkadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pelakkadu village has 644 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pelakkadu village is about 38.85%, with male literacy at 46.41% and female literacy at 30.77%.
  • There are around 168 households in Pelakkadu village.

Connectivity of Pelakkadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pelakkadu. As per the 2011 stats, Pelakkadu 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pelakkadu

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

Keeraikkadu Valavandi Kannumuthal Maramangalam Maruthur Kelaiyur Senthittu Kumbipodi Narthananedu Arangam Madur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pelakkadu

Where is Pelakkadu located?
Pelakkadu village is situated in Yercaud Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pelakkadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pelakkadu is Maramangalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pelakkadu?
The pincode of Pelakkadu is 636601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pelakkadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pelakkadu is 646, with 334 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Pelakkadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pelakkadu village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pelakkadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pelakkadu is 38.85%. The male literacy rate is 46.41%, while the female literacy rate is 30.77%.