Egai
Egai is a village located in Tirukalukundram taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Tirukalukundram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Egai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mullikolathur is the gram panchayat of Egai village.
Here you can discover what makes Egai unique in its vibrant Tirukalukundram-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Egai’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 Egai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Egai is 629894. The village spans a total geographical area of 223.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603109. Thirukalukundram is nearest town to Egai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Egai
Population of Egai
According to the 2011 Census, Egai has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 506 males and 533 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.00%, with male literacy at about 69.17% and female literacy near 49.34%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Egai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 506 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 613 | 350 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 156 | 270 |
Connectivity of Egai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Egai. As per the 2011 stats, Egai 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 4 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 16 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Egai
Knowing the nearby villages of Egai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Egai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Egai
- Where is Egai located?
- Egai village is situated in Tirukalukundram Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Egai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Egai is Mullikolathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Egai?
- The pincode of Egai is 603109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Egai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Egai is 1,039, with 506 males and 533 females.
- How many households are there in Egai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Egai village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Egai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Egai is 59.00%. The male literacy rate is 69.17%, while the female literacy rate is 49.34%.