Athithangal
Athithangal is a village located in Arcot taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arcot are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athithangal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Athithangal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athithangal unique in its vibrant Arcot-Vellore region. You’ll see Athithangal’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 Athithangal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athithangal is 630723. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632503. Timiri is nearest town to Athithangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athithangal 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 Arcot 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 Athithangal
Population of Athithangal
According to the 2011 Census, Athithangal has a total population of about 984, with approximately 487 males and 497 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 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 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 74.33% and female literacy near 59.15%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athithangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 487 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 63 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 180 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 362 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 125 | 203 |
Connectivity of Athithangal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athithangal. As per the 2011 stats, Athithangal 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 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athithangal
Knowing the nearby villages of Athithangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athithangal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athithangal
- Where is Athithangal located?
- Athithangal village is situated in Arcot Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athithangal?
- Athithangal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athithangal?
- The pincode of Athithangal is 632503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athithangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athithangal is 984, with 487 males and 497 females.
- How many households are there in Athithangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athithangal village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athithangal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athithangal is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 74.33%, while the female literacy rate is 59.15%.