Kandai

Kandai is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kandai village is also a gram panchayat.

Kandai has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Kandai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandai is 640930. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625706. Thirumangalam is nearest town to Kandai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kandai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,117 541 576
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 56 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 810 392 418
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 663 384 279
Illiterate Population 454 157 297

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

  • The total population of Kandai village is around 1,117, including approximately 541 males and 576 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Kandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandai village has 810 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandai village is about 59.36%, with male literacy at 70.98% and female literacy at 48.44%.
  • There are around 284 households in Kandai village.

Connectivity of Kandai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandai 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kandai

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

Vannankulam Kunnamampatti Josyar Alangulam Chittalai Pungankulam Erramalampatti Kangayanatham Pokkampatti Pannikundu Sathangudi Urappanur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandai

Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
Kandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 625706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandai is 1,117, with 541 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandai village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandai is 59.36%. The male literacy rate is 70.98%, while the female literacy rate is 48.44%.