Pakkam

Pakkam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pakkam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pakkam unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Pakkam’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 Pakkam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakkam is 632424. The village spans a total geographical area of 637.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604153. Kilpennathur is nearest town to Pakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Pakkam

According to the 2011 Census, Pakkam has a total population of about 2,507, with approximately 1,242 males and 1,265 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 131. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.29%, with male literacy at about 61.76% and female literacy near 48.93%. There are around 512 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,507 1,242 1,265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 324 158 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,150 1,061 1,089
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 131 67 64
Literate Population 1,386 767 619
Illiterate Population 1,121 475 646

Connectivity of Pakkam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Pakkam 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 3 km distance
Railway Station Available within 16 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pakkam

Knowing the nearby villages of Pakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakkam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pakkam

Where is Pakkam located?
Pakkam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakkam?
Pakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pakkam?
The pincode of Pakkam is 604153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakkam is 2,507, with 1,242 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pakkam village has a total of 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakkam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakkam is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 61.76%, while the female literacy rate is 48.93%.