Kanakampalayam

Kanakampalayam is a village located in Gobichettipalayam taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gobichettipalayam (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Erode. As per 2009 stats, Kanakkampalayam is the gram panchayat of Kanakampalayam village.

Kanakampalayam has its own place in the vibrant Erode 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 Kanakampalayam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakampalayam is 634903. The village spans a total geographical area of 903.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638505. Gobichettipalayam is nearest town to Kanakampalayam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kanakampalayam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,209 3,076 3,133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 448 231 217
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,428 725 703
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 278 129 149
Literate Population 3,860 2,130 1,730
Illiterate Population 2,349 946 1,403

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

  • The total population of Kanakampalayam village is around 6,209, including approximately 3,076 males and 3,133 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 448 children aged 0–6 years in Kanakampalayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanakampalayam village has 1,428 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 278 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanakampalayam village is about 62.17%, with male literacy at 69.25% and female literacy at 55.22%.
  • There are around 1,943 households in Kanakampalayam village.

Connectivity of Kanakampalayam

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakampalayam

Where is Kanakampalayam located?
Kanakampalayam village is situated in Gobichettipalayam Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakampalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakampalayam is Kanakkampalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanakampalayam?
The pincode of Kanakampalayam is 638505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanakampalayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakampalayam is 6,209, with 3,076 males and 3,133 females.
How many households are there in Kanakampalayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanakampalayam village has a total of 1,943 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakampalayam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakampalayam is 62.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.25%, while the female literacy rate is 55.22%.