Terkunam
Terkunam is a village located in Vanur taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Vanur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Terkunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Therkunam is the gram panchayat of Terkunam village.
Terkunam 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 Terkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Terkunam is 632760. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604102. Tindivanam is nearest town to Terkunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Terkunam
Below is a concise population overview of Terkunam 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 | 2,602 | 1,279 | 1,323 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 145 | 150 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 174 | 169 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
Literate Population | 1,754 | 980 | 774 |
Illiterate Population | 848 | 299 | 549 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Terkunam village:
- The total population of Terkunam village is around 2,602, including approximately 1,279 males and 1,323 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Terkunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Terkunam village has 343 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 71 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Terkunam village is about 67.41%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 58.50%.
- There are around 630 households in Terkunam village.
Connectivity of Terkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Terkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Terkunam 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 3 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 20 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Terkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Terkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Terkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Terkunam
- Where is Terkunam located?
- Terkunam village is situated in Vanur Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Terkunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Terkunam is Therkunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Terkunam?
- The pincode of Terkunam is 604102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Terkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Terkunam is 2,602, with 1,279 males and 1,323 females.
- How many households are there in Terkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Terkunam village has a total of 630 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Terkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Terkunam is 67.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.50%.