Verkudi
Verkudi is a village located in Needamangalam taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Needamangalam (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Overhcheri is the gram panchayat of Verkudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Verkudi unique in its vibrant Needamangalam-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Verkudi’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 Verkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Verkudi is 638184. The village spans a total geographical area of 264.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614101. Koothanallur is nearest town to Verkudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Verkudi 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 Verkudi
Population of Verkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Verkudi has a total population of about 1,501, with approximately 747 males and 754 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 699 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 78.55%, with male literacy at about 83.67% and female literacy near 73.47%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Verkudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,501 | 747 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 344 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 625 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 122 | 200 |
Connectivity of Verkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Verkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Verkudi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Verkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Verkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Verkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Verkudi
- Where is Verkudi located?
- Verkudi village is situated in Needamangalam Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Verkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Verkudi is Overhcheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Verkudi?
- The pincode of Verkudi is 614101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Verkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Verkudi is 1,501, with 747 males and 754 females.
- How many households are there in Verkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Verkudi village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Verkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Verkudi is 78.55%. The male literacy rate is 83.67%, while the female literacy rate is 73.47%.