Balekuppam
Balekuppam is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balekuppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balekuppam village is also a gram panchayat.
Balekuppam 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 Balekuppam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balekuppam is 630370. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632514. Thiruvalam is nearest town to Balekuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balekuppam 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 Katpadi 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.
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Population of Balekuppam
Below is a concise population overview of Balekuppam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,978 | 995 | 983 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 79 | 93 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 370 | 380 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Literate Population | 1,385 | 770 | 615 |
Illiterate Population | 593 | 225 | 368 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balekuppam village:
- The total population of Balekuppam village is around 1,978, including approximately 995 males and 983 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Balekuppam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balekuppam village has 750 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balekuppam village is about 70.02%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 62.56%.
- There are around 423 households in Balekuppam village.
Connectivity of Balekuppam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balekuppam. As per the 2011 stats, Balekuppam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balekuppam
Knowing the nearby villages of Balekuppam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balekuppam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balekuppam
- Where is Balekuppam located?
- Balekuppam village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balekuppam?
- Balekuppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balekuppam?
- The pincode of Balekuppam is 632514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balekuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balekuppam is 1,978, with 995 males and 983 females.
- How many households are there in Balekuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balekuppam village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balekuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balekuppam is 70.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.39%, while the female literacy rate is 62.56%.