Tenkayekkar
Tenkayekkar is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tenkayekkar village. As per 2009 stats, Yekkaru is the gram panchayat of Tenkayekkar village.
Tenkayekkar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 Tenkayekkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenkayekkar is 617477. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574509. Mulki is nearest town to Tenkayekkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Tenkayekkar
Below is a concise population overview of Tenkayekkar 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 | 3,445 | 1,660 | 1,785 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 182 | 137 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
Literate Population | 2,695 | 1,341 | 1,354 |
Illiterate Population | 750 | 319 | 431 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tenkayekkar village:
- The total population of Tenkayekkar village is around 3,445, including approximately 1,660 males and 1,785 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Tenkayekkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tenkayekkar village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tenkayekkar village is about 78.23%, with male literacy at 80.78% and female literacy at 75.85%.
- There are around 738 households in Tenkayekkar village.
Connectivity of Tenkayekkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenkayekkar. As per the 2011 stats, Tenkayekkar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tenkayekkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Tenkayekkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenkayekkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tenkayekkar
- Where is Tenkayekkar located?
- Tenkayekkar village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tenkayekkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tenkayekkar is Yekkaru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tenkayekkar?
- The pincode of Tenkayekkar is 574509, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tenkayekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenkayekkar is 3,445, with 1,660 males and 1,785 females.
- How many households are there in Tenkayekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tenkayekkar village has a total of 738 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tenkayekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenkayekkar is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 80.78%, while the female literacy rate is 75.85%.