Athipakkam
Athipakkam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athipakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Athipakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athipakkam unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Athipakkam’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 Athipakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athipakkam is 631551. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604408. Vandavasi is nearest town to Athipakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athipakkam 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 Athipakkam
Population of Athipakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Athipakkam has a total population of about 1,860, with approximately 943 males and 917 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 855 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 63.23%, with male literacy at about 71.69% and female literacy near 54.53%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athipakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,860 | 943 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 855 | 444 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 676 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 267 | 417 |
Connectivity of Athipakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athipakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Athipakkam 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 36 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athipakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Athipakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athipakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athipakkam
- Where is Athipakkam located?
- Athipakkam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athipakkam?
- Athipakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athipakkam?
- The pincode of Athipakkam is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athipakkam is 1,860, with 943 males and 917 females.
- How many households are there in Athipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athipakkam village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athipakkam is 63.23%. The male literacy rate is 71.69%, while the female literacy rate is 54.53%.