Kanguppam
Kanguppam is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanguppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kanguppam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanguppam unique in its vibrant Katpadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Kanguppam’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 Kanguppam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanguppam is 630419. The village spans a total geographical area of 593.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632209. Gudiyatham is nearest town to Kanguppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanguppam 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 Kilvaithinankuppam 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.
Google Map of Kanguppam
Population of Kanguppam
According to the 2011 Census, Kanguppam has a total population of about 3,889, with approximately 1,962 males and 1,927 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 532 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 64.41%, with male literacy at about 73.55% and female literacy near 55.11%. There are around 953 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanguppam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,889 | 1,962 | 1,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 231 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 259 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,505 | 1,443 | 1,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 519 | 865 |
Connectivity of Kanguppam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanguppam. As per the 2011 stats, Kanguppam 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 6 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanguppam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanguppam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanguppam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanguppam
- Where is Kanguppam located?
- Kanguppam village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanguppam?
- Kanguppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanguppam?
- The pincode of Kanguppam is 632209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanguppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanguppam is 3,889, with 1,962 males and 1,927 females.
- How many households are there in Kanguppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanguppam village has a total of 953 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanguppam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanguppam is 64.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.55%, while the female literacy rate is 55.11%.