Gengapuram
Gengapuram is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gengapuram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gangapuram is the gram panchayat of Gengapuram village.
Here you can discover what makes Gengapuram unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Gengapuram’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 Gengapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gengapuram is 631485. The village spans a total geographical area of 758.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632313. Arani is nearest town to Gengapuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gengapuram 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 Polur 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 Gengapuram
Population of Gengapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Gengapuram has a total population of about 2,708, with approximately 1,350 males and 1,358 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 729 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.47%, with male literacy at about 74.44% and female literacy near 56.55%. There are around 672 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gengapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,708 | 1,350 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 729 | 375 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,773 | 1,005 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 345 | 590 |
Connectivity of Gengapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gengapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Gengapuram 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 20 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gengapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Gengapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gengapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gengapuram
- Where is Gengapuram located?
- Gengapuram village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gengapuram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gengapuram is Gangapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gengapuram?
- The pincode of Gengapuram is 632313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gengapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gengapuram is 2,708, with 1,350 males and 1,358 females.
- How many households are there in Gengapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gengapuram village has a total of 672 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gengapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gengapuram is 65.47%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 56.55%.