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.
Here you can discover what makes Ochalam unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Ochalam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ochalam has a total population of about 1,607, with approximately 780 males and 827 females. The sex ratio is around 1060 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 343 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.88%, with male literacy at about 77.18% and female literacy near 63.00%. There are around 409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ochalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.