Erthangal

Erthangal is a village located in Gudiyatham taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Gudiyatham are the district & sub-district headquarters of Erthangal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Erthangal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Erthangal unique in its vibrant Gudiyatham-Vellore region. You’ll see Erthangal’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 Erthangal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erthangal is 630300. The village spans a total geographical area of 804.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632602. Gudiyatham is nearest town to Erthangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Erthangal 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 Gudiyattam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Erthangal

According to the 2011 Census, Erthangal has a total population of about 6,635, with approximately 3,311 males and 3,324 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 761 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 755 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 61.75%, with male literacy at about 71.01% and female literacy near 52.53%. There are around 1,564 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Erthangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,635 3,311 3,324
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 761 390 371
Scheduled Castes (SC) 755 360 395
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,097 2,351 1,746
Illiterate Population 2,538 960 1,578

Connectivity of Erthangal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erthangal. As per the 2011 stats, Erthangal 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 4 km distance
Railway Station Available within 6 km distance

Nearby Villages of Erthangal

Knowing the nearby villages of Erthangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erthangal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Erthangal

Where is Erthangal located?
Erthangal village is situated in Gudiyatham Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erthangal?
Erthangal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Erthangal?
The pincode of Erthangal is 632602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Erthangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erthangal is 6,635, with 3,311 males and 3,324 females.
How many households are there in Erthangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erthangal village has a total of 1,564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erthangal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erthangal is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 71.01%, while the female literacy rate is 52.53%.