Edakkal
Edakkal is a village located in Thandrampet taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Thandrampet are the district & sub-district headquarters of Edakkal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Perunduraipattu is the gram panchayat of Edakkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Edakkal unique in its vibrant Thandrampet-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Edakkal’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 Edakkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edakkal is 632040. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606753. Tiruvannamalai is nearest town to Edakkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Edakkal
Population of Edakkal
According to the 2011 Census, Edakkal has a total population of about 1,028, with approximately 502 males and 526 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,004 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 72.08%, with male literacy at about 79.68% and female literacy near 64.83%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Edakkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 502 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,004 | 495 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 741 | 400 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 102 | 185 |
Connectivity of Edakkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edakkal. As per the 2011 stats, Edakkal 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 19 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Edakkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Edakkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edakkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edakkal
- Where is Edakkal located?
- Edakkal village is situated in Thandrampet Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edakkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edakkal is Perunduraipattu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edakkal?
- The pincode of Edakkal is 606753, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edakkal is 1,028, with 502 males and 526 females.
- How many households are there in Edakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edakkal village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edakkal is 72.08%. The male literacy rate is 79.68%, while the female literacy rate is 64.83%.