Sholankuppam Village Overview
Sholankuppam is a village in Polur tehsil of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Polur is the tehsil headquarters, while Tiruvannamalai is the district headquarters for Sholankuppam village. As per available records (2009), Mel Sholankuppam is the Gram Panchayat for Sholankuppam village.
The sections below provide essential information about Sholankuppam village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sholankuppam is 631747. The village covers a geographical area of 585.98 hectares and has a pincode of 606901. Polur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Location Map of Sholankuppam
Population & Demographics of Sholankuppam
This section provides population and demographic details of Sholankuppam village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,102 | 1,599 | 1,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 174 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,088 | 1,212 | 876 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 387 | 627 |
Key population details of Sholankuppam village are given below:
- Sholankuppam village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 3,102, including approximately 1,599 males and 1,503 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 139 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Sholankuppam village is good, with a literacy rate of about 67.31%.
- There are around 713 households in Sholankuppam village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sholankuppam
Transport facilities help residents of Sholankuppam village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 28 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sholankuppam
The following villages are located close to Sholankuppam and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sholankuppam
- Where is Sholankuppam located?
- Sholankuppam village is located in Polur Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sholankuppam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sholankuppam is Mel Sholankuppam (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Sholankuppam?
- The pincode of Sholankuppam is 606901.
- What is the population of Sholankuppam?
- Sholankuppam has a total population of 3,102, including 1,599 males and 1,503 females.
- How many households are there in Sholankuppam?
- There are 713 households in Sholankuppam.
- What is the literacy rate in Sholankuppam?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sholankuppam is 67.31%. Male literacy is 75.80% and female literacy is 58.28%.