Edapattu
Edapattu is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Edapattu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Edapattu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Edapattu unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Edapattu’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 Edapattu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edapattu is 632267. The village spans a total geographical area of 1075.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604201. Kilpennathur is nearest town to Edapattu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Edapattu
Population of Edapattu
According to the 2011 Census, Edapattu has a total population of about 5,356, with approximately 2,685 males and 2,671 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 575 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 592 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 129. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.04%, with male literacy at about 70.50% and female literacy near 53.54%. There are around 1,256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Edapattu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,356 | 2,685 | 2,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 305 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 289 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 3,323 | 1,893 | 1,430 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,033 | 792 | 1,241 |
Connectivity of Edapattu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edapattu. As per the 2011 stats, Edapattu 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 35 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Edapattu
Knowing the nearby villages of Edapattu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edapattu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edapattu
- Where is Edapattu located?
- Edapattu village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edapattu?
- Edapattu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Edapattu?
- The pincode of Edapattu is 604201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edapattu is 5,356, with 2,685 males and 2,671 females.
- How many households are there in Edapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edapattu village has a total of 1,256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edapattu is 62.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.50%, while the female literacy rate is 53.54%.