Cholangunam
Cholangunam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Cholangunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sozhangunam is the gram panchayat of Cholangunam village.
Here you can discover what makes Cholangunam unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Cholangunam’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 Cholangunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cholangunam is 632325. The village spans a total geographical area of 565.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604210. Gingee is nearest town to Cholangunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Cholangunam
Population of Cholangunam
According to the 2011 Census, Cholangunam has a total population of about 2,120, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,051 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.62%, with male literacy at about 67.73% and female literacy near 51.38%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cholangunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,120 | 1,069 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 256 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 724 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 345 | 511 |
Connectivity of Cholangunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cholangunam. As per the 2011 stats, Cholangunam 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 42 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cholangunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Cholangunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cholangunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cholangunam
- Where is Cholangunam located?
- Cholangunam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cholangunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Cholangunam is Sozhangunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Cholangunam?
- The pincode of Cholangunam is 604210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cholangunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cholangunam is 2,120, with 1,069 males and 1,051 females.
- How many households are there in Cholangunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cholangunam village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cholangunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cholangunam is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.73%, while the female literacy rate is 51.38%.