Kanathur

Kanathur is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kanathur village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanathur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram 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 Kanathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanathur is 630191. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603305. Thirukalukundram is nearest town to Kanathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Kanathur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 642 319 323
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 47 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 333 161 172
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 386 211 175
Illiterate Population 256 108 148

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

  • The total population of Kanathur village is around 642, including approximately 319 males and 323 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Kanathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanathur village has 333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanathur village is about 60.12%, with male literacy at 66.14% and female literacy at 54.18%.
  • There are around 169 households in Kanathur village.

Connectivity of Kanathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Railway Station Available within 27 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanathur

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

Perumalcheri Malrajakuppam Nedumaram Murukkanthangal Kodapattinam Vadapattinam Mugaiyur Kodur Sathiamangalam Akkinambattu Perumbakkam

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanathur

Where is Kanathur located?
Kanathur village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanathur?
Kanathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanathur?
The pincode of Kanathur is 603305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanathur is 642, with 319 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanathur village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanathur is 60.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.18%.