Kattalai
Kattalai is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kattalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kattalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kattalai unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Kattalai’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 Kattalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kattalai is 630663. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632508. Kaveripakkam is nearest town to Kattalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kattalai 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 Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kattalai
Population of Kattalai
According to the 2011 Census, Kattalai has a total population of about 838, with approximately 412 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 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 61.81%, with male literacy at about 74.27% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kattalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 838 | 412 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 185 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 518 | 306 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 106 | 214 |
Connectivity of Kattalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kattalai. As per the 2011 stats, Kattalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 14 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kattalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kattalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kattalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kattalai
- Where is Kattalai located?
- Kattalai village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kattalai?
- Kattalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kattalai?
- The pincode of Kattalai is 632508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kattalai is 838, with 412 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Kattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kattalai village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kattalai is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.