Thirukanji
Thirukanji is a village located in Villianur Taluk taluka of Puducherry district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Villianur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Puducherry. As per 2009 stats, Thirukanji village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thirukanji unique in its vibrant Villianur Taluk-Puducherry region. You’ll see Thirukanji’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 Thirukanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thirukanji is 644956. The village spans a total geographical area of 459.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605110. Puducherry is nearest town to Thirukanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Thirukanji
Population of Thirukanji
According to the 2011 Census, Thirukanji has a total population of about 4,207, with approximately 2,138 males and 2,069 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 481 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 735 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 67.48%, with male literacy at about 74.28% and female literacy near 60.46%. There are around 1,005 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thirukanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,207 | 2,138 | 2,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 261 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 372 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,839 | 1,588 | 1,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 550 | 818 |
Connectivity of Thirukanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thirukanji. As per the 2011 stats, Thirukanji 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thirukanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Thirukanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thirukanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thirukanji
- Where is Thirukanji located?
- Thirukanji village is situated in Villianur Taluk Taluka, within the Puducherry district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thirukanji?
- Thirukanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thirukanji?
- The pincode of Thirukanji is 605110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thirukanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thirukanji is 4,207, with 2,138 males and 2,069 females.
- How many households are there in Thirukanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thirukanji village has a total of 1,005 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thirukanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thirukanji is 67.48%. The male literacy rate is 74.28%, while the female literacy rate is 60.46%.