Kanur

Kanur is a village located in Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Kattumannarkoil (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kaanur is the gram panchayat of Kanur village.

Kanur has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Kanur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanur is 636933. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608701. Chidambaram is nearest town to Kanur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kanur

Below is a concise population overview of Kanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,046 1,517 1,529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 345 183 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) 392 204 188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 4 6
Literate Population 2,091 1,152 939
Illiterate Population 955 365 590

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanur village:

  • The total population of Kanur village is around 3,046, including approximately 1,517 males and 1,529 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 345 children aged 0–6 years in Kanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanur village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanur village is about 68.65%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 61.41%.
  • There are around 761 households in Kanur village.

Connectivity of Kanur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanur 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 Kanur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanur

Where is Kanur located?
Kanur village is situated in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanur is Kaanur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanur?
The pincode of Kanur is 608701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanur is 3,046, with 1,517 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanur village has a total of 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanur is 68.65%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 61.41%.