Kanjankollai
Kanjankollai is a village located in Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kattumannarkoil (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kanjankollai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjankollai unique in its vibrant Kattumannarkoil-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Kanjankollai’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 Kanjankollai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjankollai is 637043. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608304. Kattumannarkoil is nearest town to Kanjankollai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanjankollai
Population of Kanjankollai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjankollai has a total population of about 3,199, with approximately 1,585 males and 1,614 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 340 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,392 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.18%, with male literacy at about 68.01% and female literacy near 52.48%. There are around 802 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanjankollai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,199 | 1,585 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 179 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,392 | 671 | 721 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,078 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 507 | 767 |
Connectivity of Kanjankollai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjankollai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjankollai 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 Kanjankollai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjankollai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjankollai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjankollai
- Where is Kanjankollai located?
- Kanjankollai village is situated in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanjankollai?
- Kanjankollai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanjankollai?
- The pincode of Kanjankollai is 608304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanjankollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjankollai is 3,199, with 1,585 males and 1,614 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjankollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjankollai village has a total of 802 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjankollai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjankollai is 60.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.01%, while the female literacy rate is 52.48%.