Palapattu
Palapattu is a village located in Tindivanam taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Tindivanam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palapattu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Palapattu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palapattu unique in its vibrant Tindivanam-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Palapattu’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 Palapattu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palapattu is 632722. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605651. Vikravandi is nearest town to Palapattu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palapattu 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 Mailam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palapattu
Population of Palapattu
According to the 2011 Census, Palapattu has a total population of about 592, with approximately 289 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.39%, with male literacy at about 75.78% and female literacy near 57.43%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palapattu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 592 | 289 | 303 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 161 | 190 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
Literate Population | 393 | 219 | 174 |
Illiterate Population | 199 | 70 | 129 |
Connectivity of Palapattu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palapattu. As per the 2011 stats, Palapattu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 22 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palapattu
Knowing the nearby villages of Palapattu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palapattu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palapattu
- Where is Palapattu located?
- Palapattu village is situated in Tindivanam Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palapattu?
- Palapattu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palapattu?
- The pincode of Palapattu is 605651, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palapattu is 592, with 289 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Palapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palapattu village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palapattu is 66.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.78%, while the female literacy rate is 57.43%.