Devapandalam
Devapandalam is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Devapandalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Devapandalam 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 Devapandalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devapandalam is 633313. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606402. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Devapandalam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Devapandalam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Devapandalam
Population of Devapandalam
Below is a concise population overview of Devapandalam 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 | 5,775 | 2,847 | 2,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 370 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,826 | 939 | 887 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,681 | 2,032 | 1,649 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,094 | 815 | 1,279 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devapandalam village:
- The total population of Devapandalam village is around 5,775, including approximately 2,847 males and 2,928 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 713 children aged 0–6 years in Devapandalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Devapandalam village has 1,826 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Devapandalam village is about 63.74%, with male literacy at 71.37% and female literacy at 56.32%.
- There are around 1,332 households in Devapandalam village.
Connectivity of Devapandalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devapandalam. As per the 2011 stats, Devapandalam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devapandalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Devapandalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devapandalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devapandalam
- Where is Devapandalam located?
- Devapandalam village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devapandalam?
- Devapandalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devapandalam?
- The pincode of Devapandalam is 606402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devapandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devapandalam is 5,775, with 2,847 males and 2,928 females.
- How many households are there in Devapandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devapandalam village has a total of 1,332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devapandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devapandalam is 63.74%. The male literacy rate is 71.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.