Dharapadavedu

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

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharapadavedu is 630451. The village spans a total geographical area of 864.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632059. Dharapadavedu (m) is nearest town to Dharapadavedu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dharapadavedu 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 Dharapadavedu

According to the 2011 Census, Dharapadavedu has a total population of about 3,283, with approximately 1,550 males and 1,733 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 381 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 62. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.46%, with male literacy at about 82.58% and female literacy near 72.88%. There are around 795 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharapadavedu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,283 1,550 1,733
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 381 178 203
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,103 514 589
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 62 28 34
Literate Population 2,543 1,280 1,263
Illiterate Population 740 270 470

Connectivity of Dharapadavedu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharapadavedu. As per the 2011 stats, Dharapadavedu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Railway Station Available within 3 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dharapadavedu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dharapadavedu

Where is Dharapadavedu located?
Dharapadavedu village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharapadavedu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharapadavedu is Mettukulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dharapadavedu?
The pincode of Dharapadavedu is 632059, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dharapadavedu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharapadavedu is 3,283, with 1,550 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Dharapadavedu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dharapadavedu village has a total of 795 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharapadavedu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharapadavedu is 77.46%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 72.88%.