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.

Pakkam has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Pakkam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakkam village:

  • The total population of Pakkam village is around 2,507, including approximately 1,242 males and 1,265 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 324 children aged 0–6 years in Pakkam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakkam village has 2,150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pakkam village is about 55.29%, with male literacy at 61.76% and female literacy at 48.93%.
  • There are around 512 households in Pakkam village.

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%.