Dhanam
Dhanam is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Thanam is the gram panchayat of Dhanam village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanam unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Dhanam’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 Dhanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanam is 633620. The village spans a total geographical area of 469.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607201. Tirukoyilnur is nearest town to Dhanam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhanam
Population of Dhanam
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanam has a total population of about 1,066, with approximately 537 males and 529 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 545 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 57.13%, with male literacy at about 63.69% and female literacy near 50.47%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,066 | 537 | 529 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 277 | 268 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 609 | 342 | 267 |
Illiterate Population | 457 | 195 | 262 |
Connectivity of Dhanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanam. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanam 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 <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanam
- Where is Dhanam located?
- Dhanam village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanam is Thanam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanam?
- The pincode of Dhanam is 607201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanam is 1,066, with 537 males and 529 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanam village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanam is 57.13%. The male literacy rate is 63.69%, while the female literacy rate is 50.47%.