Arunkunam
Arunkunam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Arunkunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Arungunam is the gram panchayat of Arunkunam village.
Here you can discover what makes Arunkunam unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Arunkunam’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 Arunkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arunkunam is 631637. The village spans a total geographical area of 478.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604406. Tindivanam is nearest town to Arunkunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arunkunam 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 Vandavasi 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.
Google Map of Arunkunam
Population of Arunkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Arunkunam has a total population of about 992, with approximately 513 males and 479 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 485 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.75%, with male literacy at about 66.08% and female literacy near 46.76%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arunkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 | 513 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 339 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 174 | 255 |
Connectivity of Arunkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arunkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Arunkunam 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 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arunkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Arunkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arunkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arunkunam
- Where is Arunkunam located?
- Arunkunam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arunkunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arunkunam is Arungunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arunkunam?
- The pincode of Arunkunam is 604406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arunkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arunkunam is 992, with 513 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Arunkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arunkunam village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arunkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arunkunam is 56.75%. The male literacy rate is 66.08%, while the female literacy rate is 46.76%.