Palappattu
Palappattu is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palappattu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Palapattu is the gram panchayat of Palappattu village.
Palappattu 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 Palappattu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palappattu is 632474. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604205. Gingee is nearest town to Palappattu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Palappattu
Below is a concise population overview of Palappattu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,829 | 953 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 343 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 530 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 423 | 496 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palappattu village:
- The total population of Palappattu village is around 1,829, including approximately 953 males and 876 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Palappattu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palappattu village has 637 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palappattu village is about 49.75%, with male literacy at 55.61% and female literacy at 43.38%.
- There are around 459 households in Palappattu village.
Connectivity of Palappattu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palappattu. As per the 2011 stats, Palappattu 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 28 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palappattu
Knowing the nearby villages of Palappattu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palappattu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palappattu
- Where is Palappattu located?
- Palappattu village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palappattu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palappattu is Palapattu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palappattu?
- The pincode of Palappattu is 604205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palappattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palappattu is 1,829, with 953 males and 876 females.
- How many households are there in Palappattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palappattu village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palappattu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palappattu is 49.75%. The male literacy rate is 55.61%, while the female literacy rate is 43.38%.