Goonipalayam
Goonipalayam is a village located in Uthukkottai taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Uthukkottai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Goonipalayam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Goonipalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Goonipalayam unique in its vibrant Uthukkottai-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Goonipalayam’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 Goonipalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goonipalayam is 628830. The village spans a total geographical area of 1777.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 602026. Uthukkottai is nearest town to Goonipalayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Goonipalayam
Population of Goonipalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Goonipalayam has a total population of about 2,131, with approximately 1,047 males and 1,084 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 641 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 210. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.87%, with male literacy at about 70.39% and female literacy near 57.56%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goonipalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,131 | 1,047 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 317 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 737 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 310 | 460 |
Connectivity of Goonipalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goonipalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Goonipalayam 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 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goonipalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Goonipalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goonipalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goonipalayam
- Where is Goonipalayam located?
- Goonipalayam village is situated in Uthukkottai Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goonipalayam?
- Goonipalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Goonipalayam?
- The pincode of Goonipalayam is 602026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goonipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goonipalayam is 2,131, with 1,047 males and 1,084 females.
- How many households are there in Goonipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goonipalayam village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goonipalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goonipalayam is 63.87%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.