Palavakkam
Palavakkam is a village located in Uthukkottai taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Uthukkottai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palavakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Palavakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palavakkam unique in its vibrant Uthukkottai-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Palavakkam’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 Palavakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palavakkam is 628776. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 602028. Uthukkottai is nearest town to Palavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Palavakkam
Population of Palavakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Palavakkam has a total population of about 3,013, with approximately 1,501 males and 1,512 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 723. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.99%, with male literacy at about 70.95% and female literacy near 59.06%. There are around 764 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,013 | 1,501 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 161 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 601 | 613 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 378 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 1,958 | 1,065 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,055 | 436 | 619 |
Connectivity of Palavakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palavakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Palavakkam 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 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palavakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Palavakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palavakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palavakkam
- Where is Palavakkam located?
- Palavakkam village is situated in Uthukkottai Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palavakkam?
- Palavakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palavakkam?
- The pincode of Palavakkam is 602028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palavakkam is 3,013, with 1,501 males and 1,512 females.
- How many households are there in Palavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palavakkam village has a total of 764 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palavakkam is 64.99%. The male literacy rate is 70.95%, while the female literacy rate is 59.06%.