Thovala
Thovala is a village located in Thovala taluka of Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Boothapandi (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Nagercoil. As per 2009 stats, Thovalai is the gram panchayat of Thovala village.
Thovala has its own place in the vibrant Kanniyakumari 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 Thovala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thovala is 643155. The village spans a total geographical area of 1739.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 629302. Thovala is nearest town to Thovala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Thovala
Population of Thovala
Below is a concise population overview of Thovala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,961 | 4,418 | 4,543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 800 | 398 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 453 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 7,531 | 3,803 | 3,728 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,430 | 615 | 815 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thovala village:
- The total population of Thovala village is around 8,961, including approximately 4,418 males and 4,543 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 800 children aged 0–6 years in Thovala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thovala village has 884 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thovala village is about 84.04%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 82.06%.
- There are around 2,503 households in Thovala village.
Connectivity of Thovala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thovala. As per the 2011 stats, Thovala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Thovala
Knowing the nearby villages of Thovala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thovala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thovala
- Where is Thovala located?
- Thovala village is situated in Thovala Taluka, within the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thovala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thovala is Thovalai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thovala?
- The pincode of Thovala is 629302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thovala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thovala is 8,961, with 4,418 males and 4,543 females.
- How many households are there in Thovala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thovala village has a total of 2,503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thovala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thovala is 84.04%. The male literacy rate is 86.08%, while the female literacy rate is 82.06%.