Cherakulam
About Cherakulam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Cherakulam village is 642529. Cherakulam village is located in Srivaikuntam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Srivaikuntam (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Ramanujampudur is the gram panchayat of Cherakulam village.
The total geographical area of village is 2501.56 hectares. Cherakulam has a total population of 4,837 peoples, out of which male population is 2,370 while female population is 2,467. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of cherakulam village is 73.76% out of which 78.35% males and 69.36% females are literate. There are about 1,285 houses in cherakulam village. Pincode of cherakulam village locality is 628622.
Sattankulam is nearest town to cherakulam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Cherakulam
The population details of Cherakulam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,837 | 2,370 | 2,467 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 506 | 272 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 314 | 151 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,568 | 1,857 | 1,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 513 | 756 |
Connectivity of Cherakulam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cherakulam
Where is Cherakulam located?
Cherakulam village is situated in Srivaikuntam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherakulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherakulam is Ramanujampudur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Cherakulam?
The pincode of Cherakulam is 628622, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Cherakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cherakulam is 4,837, with 2,370 males and 2,467 females.
How many households are there in Cherakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Cherakulam village has a total of 1,285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherakulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cherakulam is 73.76%. The male literacy rate is 78.35%, while the female literacy rate is 69.36%.