Thandalam
Thandalam is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thandalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thandalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thandalam unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Thandalam’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 Thandalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thandalam is 630575. The village spans a total geographical area of 780.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631003. Arakonam is nearest town to Thandalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Thandalam village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Thandalam
Population of Thandalam
According to the 2011 Census, Thandalam has a total population of about 3,350, with approximately 1,756 males and 1,594 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,448 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.63%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 57.97%. There are around 732 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thandalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,350 | 1,756 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 200 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,448 | 753 | 695 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,232 | 1,308 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 448 | 670 |
Connectivity of Thandalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thandalam. As per the 2011 stats, Thandalam 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 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thandalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Thandalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thandalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thandalam
- Where is Thandalam located?
- Thandalam village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thandalam?
- Thandalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thandalam?
- The pincode of Thandalam is 631003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thandalam is 3,350, with 1,756 males and 1,594 females.
- How many households are there in Thandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thandalam village has a total of 732 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thandalam is 66.63%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 57.97%.