Arapakkam
Arapakkam is a village located in Wallajah taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Wallajah are the district & sub-district headquarters of Arapakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Arapakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Arapakkam 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 Arapakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arapakkam is 630523. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632517. Mel Visharam is nearest town to Arapakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arapakkam 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 Arcot 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.
Google Map of Arapakkam
Population of Arapakkam
Below is a concise population overview of Arapakkam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,812 | 1,869 | 1,943 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 177 | 176 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 822 | 393 | 429 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,105 | 1,630 | 1,475 |
Illiterate Population | 707 | 239 | 468 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arapakkam village:
- The total population of Arapakkam village is around 3,812, including approximately 1,869 males and 1,943 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 353 children aged 0–6 years in Arapakkam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arapakkam village has 822 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Arapakkam village is about 81.45%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 75.91%.
- There are around 953 households in Arapakkam village.
Connectivity of Arapakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arapakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Arapakkam 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 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arapakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Arapakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arapakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arapakkam
- Where is Arapakkam located?
- Arapakkam village is situated in Wallajah Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arapakkam?
- Arapakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arapakkam?
- The pincode of Arapakkam is 632517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arapakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arapakkam is 3,812, with 1,869 males and 1,943 females.
- How many households are there in Arapakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arapakkam village has a total of 953 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arapakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arapakkam is 81.45%. The male literacy rate is 87.21%, while the female literacy rate is 75.91%.