Vakkadai
Vakkadai is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Vakkadai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vakkadai village is also a gram panchayat.
Vakkadai has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Vakkadai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakkadai is 631388. The village spans a total geographical area of 552.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604409. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Vakkadai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vakkadai 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 Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Vakkadai
Below is a concise population overview of Vakkadai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 712 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 601 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 111 | 250 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vakkadai village:
- The total population of Vakkadai village is around 1,406, including approximately 712 males and 694 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Vakkadai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vakkadai village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vakkadai village is about 74.32%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 63.98%.
- There are around 358 households in Vakkadai village.
Connectivity of Vakkadai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakkadai. As per the 2011 stats, Vakkadai 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 43 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakkadai
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakkadai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakkadai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakkadai
- Where is Vakkadai located?
- Vakkadai village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakkadai?
- Vakkadai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vakkadai?
- The pincode of Vakkadai is 604409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vakkadai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakkadai is 1,406, with 712 males and 694 females.
- How many households are there in Vakkadai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vakkadai village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakkadai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakkadai is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.41%, while the female literacy rate is 63.98%.