Eppakkam
Eppakkam is a village located in Tindivanam taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Tindivanam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Eppakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Epakkam is the gram panchayat of Eppakkam village.
Here you can discover what makes Eppakkam unique in its vibrant Tindivanam-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Eppakkam’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 Eppakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eppakkam is 632578. The village spans a total geographical area of 470.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604101. Tindivanam is nearest town to Eppakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Eppakkam
Population of Eppakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Eppakkam has a total population of about 2,053, with approximately 1,058 males and 995 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 813 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.25%, with male literacy at about 67.01% and female literacy near 53.07%. There are around 485 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eppakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,053 | 1,058 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 419 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 709 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 349 | 467 |
Connectivity of Eppakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eppakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Eppakkam 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 Eppakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Eppakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eppakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eppakkam
- Where is Eppakkam located?
- Eppakkam village is situated in Tindivanam Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eppakkam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Eppakkam is Epakkam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Eppakkam?
- The pincode of Eppakkam is 604101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Eppakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eppakkam is 2,053, with 1,058 males and 995 females.
- How many households are there in Eppakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eppakkam village has a total of 485 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eppakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eppakkam is 60.25%. The male literacy rate is 67.01%, while the female literacy rate is 53.07%.