Ochalam
Ochalam is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ochalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ochalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Ochalam has its own place in the vibrant Vellore 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 Ochalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ochalam is 630615. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631002. Nemili is nearest town to Ochalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Ochalam village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Ochalam
Population of Ochalam
Below is a concise population overview of Ochalam 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 | 1,607 | 780 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 167 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 602 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 178 | 306 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ochalam village:
- The total population of Ochalam village is around 1,607, including approximately 780 males and 827 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Ochalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ochalam village has 343 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ochalam village is about 69.88%, with male literacy at 77.18% and female literacy at 63.00%.
- There are around 409 households in Ochalam village.
Connectivity of Ochalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ochalam. As per the 2011 stats, Ochalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 8 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 4 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ochalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Ochalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ochalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ochalam
- Where is Ochalam located?
- Ochalam village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ochalam?
- Ochalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ochalam?
- The pincode of Ochalam is 631002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ochalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ochalam is 1,607, with 780 males and 827 females.
- How many households are there in Ochalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ochalam village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ochalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ochalam is 69.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.18%, while the female literacy rate is 63.00%.