Alankuppam
Alankuppam is a village located in Ambur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Ambur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Alankuppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alankuppam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alankuppam unique in its vibrant Ambur-Vellore region. You’ll see Alankuppam’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 Alankuppam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alankuppam is 631029. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635814. Ambur is nearest town to Alankuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Alankuppam 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 Ambur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Alankuppam
Population of Alankuppam
According to the 2011 Census, Alankuppam has a total population of about 2,593, with approximately 1,244 males and 1,349 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 849 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 73.85%, with male literacy at about 80.95% and female literacy near 67.31%. There are around 615 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alankuppam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,244 | 1,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 407 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,007 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 237 | 441 |
Connectivity of Alankuppam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alankuppam. As per the 2011 stats, Alankuppam 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 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alankuppam
Knowing the nearby villages of Alankuppam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alankuppam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alankuppam
- Where is Alankuppam located?
- Alankuppam village is situated in Ambur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alankuppam?
- Alankuppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alankuppam?
- The pincode of Alankuppam is 635814, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alankuppam is 2,593, with 1,244 males and 1,349 females.
- How many households are there in Alankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alankuppam village has a total of 615 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alankuppam is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 67.31%.