Echur
About Echur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Echur village is 631426. Echur village is located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Echur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Echur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 724.21 hectares. Echur has a total population of 3,501 peoples, out of which male population is 1,773 while female population is 1,728. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of echur village is 68.38% out of which 76.42% males and 60.13% females are literate. There are about 867 houses in echur village. Pincode of echur village locality is 604404.
When it comes to administration, Echur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Echur village comes under Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Vandavasi is nearest town to echur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Echur
The population details of Echur 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 | 3,501 | 1,773 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 361 | 190 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 763 | 381 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,394 | 1,355 | 1,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 418 | 689 |
Connectivity of Echur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 39 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Echur
Where is Echur located?
Echur village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Echur?
Echur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Echur?
The pincode of Echur is 604404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Echur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Echur is 3,501, with 1,773 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Echur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Echur village has a total of 867 households.
What is the literacy rate in Echur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Echur is 68.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.42%, while the female literacy rate is 60.13%.