Kannanur
Kannanur is a village located in Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Usilampatti (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kannanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kannanur unique in its vibrant Usilampatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Kannanur’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 Kannanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kannanur is 640801. The village spans a total geographical area of 783.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625514. Usilampatti is nearest town to Kannanur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kannanur
Population of Kannanur
According to the 2011 Census, Kannanur has a total population of about 2,248, with approximately 1,208 males and 1,040 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 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 62.63%, with male literacy at about 70.36% and female literacy near 53.65%. There are around 647 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kannanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,248 | 1,208 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 850 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 358 | 482 |
Connectivity of Kannanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kannanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kannanur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kannanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kannanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kannanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kannanur
- Where is Kannanur located?
- Kannanur village is situated in Usilampatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kannanur?
- Kannanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kannanur?
- The pincode of Kannanur is 625514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kannanur is 2,248, with 1,208 males and 1,040 females.
- How many households are there in Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kannanur village has a total of 647 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kannanur is 62.63%. The male literacy rate is 70.36%, while the female literacy rate is 53.65%.