Edaimalai
Edaimalai is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Edaimalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melathipakkam is the gram panchayat of Edaimalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Edaimalai unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Edaimalai’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 Edaimalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edaimalai is 632359. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604203. Gingee is nearest town to Edaimalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Edaimalai
According to the 2011 Census, Edaimalai has a total population of about 389, with approximately 201 males and 188 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.53%, with male literacy at about 53.23% and female literacy near 39.36%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Edaimalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 147 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 94 | 114 |
Connectivity of Edaimalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edaimalai. As per the 2011 stats, Edaimalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Edaimalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Edaimalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edaimalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edaimalai
- Where is Edaimalai located?
- Edaimalai village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edaimalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edaimalai is Melathipakkam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edaimalai?
- The pincode of Edaimalai is 604203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edaimalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edaimalai is 389, with 201 males and 188 females.
- How many households are there in Edaimalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edaimalai village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edaimalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edaimalai is 46.53%. The male literacy rate is 53.23%, while the female literacy rate is 39.36%.