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.
Arunkunam 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 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.
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Population of Arunkunam
Below is a concise population overview of Arunkunam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arunkunam village:
- The total population of Arunkunam village is around 992, including approximately 513 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Arunkunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arunkunam village has 485 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 46 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arunkunam village is about 56.75%, with male literacy at 66.08% and female literacy at 46.76%.
- There are around 258 households in Arunkunam village.
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%.