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.
Here you can discover what makes Arapakkam unique in its vibrant Wallajah-Vellore region. You’ll see Arapakkam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Arapakkam has a total population of about 3,812, with approximately 1,869 males and 1,943 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 353 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 822 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 81.45%, with male literacy at about 87.21% and female literacy near 75.91%. There are around 953 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arapakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.