Echchanda
Echchanda is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Echanda is the gram panchayat of Echchanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Echchanda unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Echchanda’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 Echchanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Echchanda is 642713. The village spans a total geographical area of 1936.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627857. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Echchanda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Echchanda
Population of Echchanda
According to the 2011 Census, Echchanda has a total population of about 3,744, with approximately 1,857 males and 1,887 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 392 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 487 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 56.38%, with male literacy at about 63.33% and female literacy near 49.55%. There are around 1,055 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Echchanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,744 | 1,857 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 197 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 247 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,111 | 1,176 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 681 | 952 |
Connectivity of Echchanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Echchanda. As per the 2011 stats, Echchanda 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 Echchanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Echchanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Echchanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Echchanda
- Where is Echchanda located?
- Echchanda village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Echchanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Echchanda is Echanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Echchanda?
- The pincode of Echchanda is 627857, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Echchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Echchanda is 3,744, with 1,857 males and 1,887 females.
- How many households are there in Echchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Echchanda village has a total of 1,055 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Echchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Echchanda is 56.38%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 49.55%.