Kappalankarai
Kappalankarai is a village located in Pollachi taluka of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pollachi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Coimbatore. As per 2009 stats, Kappalankarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kappalankarai unique in its vibrant Pollachi-Coimbatore region. You’ll see Kappalankarai’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 Kappalankarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kappalankarai is 644505. The village spans a total geographical area of 957.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 642120. Periya Negamum is nearest town to Kappalankarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kappalankarai
Population of Kappalankarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kappalankarai has a total population of about 4,892, with approximately 2,466 males and 2,426 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 917 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.16%, with male literacy at about 79.32% and female literacy near 66.90%. There are around 1,463 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kappalankarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,892 | 2,466 | 2,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 173 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 917 | 456 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,579 | 1,956 | 1,623 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 510 | 803 |
Connectivity of Kappalankarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kappalankarai. As per the 2011 stats, Kappalankarai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kappalankarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kappalankarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kappalankarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kappalankarai
- Where is Kappalankarai located?
- Kappalankarai village is situated in Pollachi Taluka, within the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kappalankarai?
- Kappalankarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kappalankarai?
- The pincode of Kappalankarai is 642120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kappalankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kappalankarai is 4,892, with 2,466 males and 2,426 females.
- How many households are there in Kappalankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kappalankarai village has a total of 1,463 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kappalankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kappalankarai is 73.16%. The male literacy rate is 79.32%, while the female literacy rate is 66.90%.