Nerkunam
About Nerkunam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nerkunam village is 631629. Nerkunam village is located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Nerkunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nerkunam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 830.46 hectares. Nerkunam has a total population of 2,425 peoples, out of which male population is 1,210 while female population is 1,215. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nerkunam village is 62.06% out of which 71.40% males and 52.76% females are literate. There are about 583 houses in nerkunam village. Pincode of nerkunam village locality is 604406.
When it comes to administration, Nerkunam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nerkunam village comes under Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Desur is nearest town to nerkunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Nerkunam
The population details of Nerkunam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,210 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 718 | 351 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 864 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 346 | 574 |
Connectivity of Nerkunam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 34 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nerkunam
Where is Nerkunam located?
Nerkunam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerkunam?
Nerkunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Nerkunam?
The pincode of Nerkunam is 604406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nerkunam is 2,425, with 1,210 males and 1,215 females.
How many households are there in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nerkunam village has a total of 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nerkunam is 62.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.40%, while the female literacy rate is 52.76%.