Nerkunam
Nerkunam is a village located in Tirukkoyilur taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Tirukkoyilur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Nerkunam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nerkunam unique in its vibrant Tirukkoyilur-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Nerkunam’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 Nerkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nerkunam is 633112. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605752. Arakandanallur is nearest town to Nerkunam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nerkunam
Population of Nerkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Nerkunam has a total population of about 1,239, with approximately 616 males and 623 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 886 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.79%, with male literacy at about 69.32% and female literacy near 46.39%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nerkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 616 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 444 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 716 | 427 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 189 | 334 |
Connectivity of Nerkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nerkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Nerkunam 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nerkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Nerkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nerkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nerkunam
- Where is Nerkunam located?
- Nerkunam village is situated in Tirukkoyilur Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nerkunam?
- Nerkunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nerkunam?
- The pincode of Nerkunam is 605752, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nerkunam is 1,239, with 616 males and 623 females.
- How many households are there in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nerkunam village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nerkunam is 57.79%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 46.39%.