Ongapadi
Ongapadi is a village located in Vellore taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore is the district & sub-district headquarter of Ongapadi village. As per 2009 stats, Ongapadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ongapadi unique in its vibrant Vellore region. You’ll see Ongapadi’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 Ongapadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ongapadi is 630840. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632101. Odugathur is nearest town to Ongapadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ongapadi 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 Anaikattu 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 Ongapadi
Population of Ongapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ongapadi has a total population of about 2,055, with approximately 1,032 males and 1,023 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 656 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.69%, with male literacy at about 73.84% and female literacy near 57.48%. There are around 488 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ongapadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,055 | 1,032 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 321 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,350 | 762 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 270 | 435 |
Connectivity of Ongapadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ongapadi. As per the 2011 stats, Ongapadi 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 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ongapadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ongapadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ongapadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ongapadi
- Where is Ongapadi located?
- Ongapadi village is situated in Vellore Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ongapadi?
- Ongapadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ongapadi?
- The pincode of Ongapadi is 632101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ongapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ongapadi is 2,055, with 1,032 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Ongapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ongapadi village has a total of 488 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ongapadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ongapadi is 65.69%. The male literacy rate is 73.84%, while the female literacy rate is 57.48%.