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.
Here you can discover what makes Palappattu unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Palappattu’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 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.
Google Map of Palappattu
Population of Palappattu
According to the 2011 Census, Palappattu has a total population of about 1,829, with approximately 953 males and 876 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 637 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.75%, with male literacy at about 55.61% and female literacy near 43.38%. There are around 459 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palappattu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.