Oorkudi
Oorkudi is a village located in Kodavasal taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kodavasal (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Urkudi is the gram panchayat of Oorkudi village.
Oorkudi has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvarur 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 Oorkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Oorkudi is 637996. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613703. Koradacheri is nearest town to Oorkudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Oorkudi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Oorkudi
Population of Oorkudi
Below is a concise population overview of Oorkudi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 484 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 777 | 418 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 66 | 118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Oorkudi village:
- The total population of Oorkudi village is around 961, including approximately 484 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Oorkudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Oorkudi village has 485 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Oorkudi village is about 80.85%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 75.26%.
- There are around 243 households in Oorkudi village.
Connectivity of Oorkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Oorkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Oorkudi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Oorkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Oorkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Oorkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oorkudi
- Where is Oorkudi located?
- Oorkudi village is situated in Kodavasal Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Oorkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Oorkudi is Urkudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Oorkudi?
- The pincode of Oorkudi is 613703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Oorkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Oorkudi is 961, with 484 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Oorkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Oorkudi village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Oorkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Oorkudi is 80.85%. The male literacy rate is 86.36%, while the female literacy rate is 75.26%.