Elangadu
Elangadu is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Elangadu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Elangadu village is also a gram panchayat.
Elangadu 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 Elangadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elangadu is 631518. The village spans a total geographical area of 1166.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604408. Vandavasi is nearest town to Elangadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Elangadu 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 Elangadu
Below is a concise population overview of Elangadu 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 | 2,920 | 1,493 | 1,427 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 139 | 140 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 267 | 296 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,894 | 1,130 | 764 |
Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 363 | 663 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elangadu village:
- The total population of Elangadu village is around 2,920, including approximately 1,493 males and 1,427 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Elangadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Elangadu village has 563 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Elangadu village is about 64.86%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 53.54%.
- There are around 743 households in Elangadu village.
Connectivity of Elangadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elangadu. As per the 2011 stats, Elangadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 37 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Elangadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Elangadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elangadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elangadu
- Where is Elangadu located?
- Elangadu village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elangadu?
- Elangadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Elangadu?
- The pincode of Elangadu is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elangadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elangadu is 2,920, with 1,493 males and 1,427 females.
- How many households are there in Elangadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elangadu village has a total of 743 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elangadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elangadu is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.69%, while the female literacy rate is 53.54%.