Chiknankuppam
Chiknankuppam is a village located in Vaniyambadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Vaniyambadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chiknankuppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chickkanankuppam is the gram panchayat of Chiknankuppam village.
Here you can discover what makes Chiknankuppam unique in its vibrant Vaniyambadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Chiknankuppam’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 Chiknankuppam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiknankuppam is 630926. The village spans a total geographical area of 689.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635801. Vaniyambadi is nearest town to Chiknankuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chiknankuppam 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 Vaniyambadi 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 Chiknankuppam
Population of Chiknankuppam
According to the 2011 Census, Chiknankuppam has a total population of about 4,591, with approximately 2,257 males and 2,334 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 592 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 913 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.91%, with male literacy at about 70.09% and female literacy near 55.96%. There are around 1,081 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chiknankuppam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,591 | 2,257 | 2,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 281 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 427 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,888 | 1,582 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 675 | 1,028 |
Connectivity of Chiknankuppam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiknankuppam. As per the 2011 stats, Chiknankuppam 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 Chiknankuppam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiknankuppam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiknankuppam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiknankuppam
- Where is Chiknankuppam located?
- Chiknankuppam village is situated in Vaniyambadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiknankuppam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiknankuppam is Chickkanankuppam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiknankuppam?
- The pincode of Chiknankuppam is 635801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiknankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiknankuppam is 4,591, with 2,257 males and 2,334 females.
- How many households are there in Chiknankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiknankuppam village has a total of 1,081 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiknankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiknankuppam is 62.91%. The male literacy rate is 70.09%, while the female literacy rate is 55.96%.