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.
Here you can discover what makes Tenkayekkar unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Tenkayekkar’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 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.
Google Map of Tenkayekkar
Population of Tenkayekkar
According to the 2011 Census, Tenkayekkar has a total population of about 3,445, with approximately 1,660 males and 1,785 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.23%, with male literacy at about 80.78% and female literacy near 75.85%. There are around 738 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenkayekkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.