Randam

Randam is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Randam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Randam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Randam unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Randam’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 Randam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Randam is 631783. The village spans a total geographical area of 538.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606904. Polur is nearest town to Randam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Randam 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 Polur 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 Randam

According to the 2011 Census, Randam has a total population of about 2,129, with approximately 1,086 males and 1,043 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 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 62.14%, with male literacy at about 73.20% and female literacy near 50.62%. There are around 506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Randam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,129 1,086 1,043
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 227 129 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 161 80 81
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,323 795 528
Illiterate Population 806 291 515

Connectivity of Randam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Randam. As per the 2011 stats, Randam 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 15 km distance

Nearby Villages of Randam

Knowing the nearby villages of Randam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Randam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Randam

Where is Randam located?
Randam village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randam?
Randam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Randam?
The pincode of Randam is 606904, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Randam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Randam is 2,129, with 1,086 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Randam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Randam village has a total of 506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Randam is 62.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.20%, while the female literacy rate is 50.62%.