Ekkal
Ekkal is a village located in Thiruthuraipoondi taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thiruthuraipoondi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kunnalur is the gram panchayat of Ekkal village.
Ekkal 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 Ekkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekkal is 638369. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614703. Thiruthuraipoondi is nearest town to Ekkal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ekkal
Below is a concise population overview of Ekkal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 945 | 470 | 475 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 310 | 318 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 702 | 382 | 320 |
Illiterate Population | 243 | 88 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekkal village:
- The total population of Ekkal village is around 945, including approximately 470 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Ekkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ekkal village has 628 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ekkal village is about 74.29%, with male literacy at 81.28% and female literacy at 67.37%.
- There are around 235 households in Ekkal village.
Connectivity of Ekkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekkal. As per the 2011 stats, Ekkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekkal
- Where is Ekkal located?
- Ekkal village is situated in Thiruthuraipoondi Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ekkal is Kunnalur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ekkal?
- The pincode of Ekkal is 614703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ekkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekkal is 945, with 470 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Ekkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekkal village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekkal is 74.29%. The male literacy rate is 81.28%, while the female literacy rate is 67.37%.