Kallanai
Kallanai is a village located in Vadipatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vadipatti (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Maniyanji is the gram panchayat of Kallanai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kallanai unique in its vibrant Vadipatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Kallanai’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 Kallanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kallanai is 640762. The village spans a total geographical area of 625.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625501. Alankanallur is nearest town to Kallanai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kallanai
Population of Kallanai
According to the 2011 Census, Kallanai has a total population of about 10,045, with approximately 5,135 males and 4,910 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,074 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,657 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,303. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.90%, with male literacy at about 80.25% and female literacy near 69.31%. There are around 2,590 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kallanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,045 | 5,135 | 4,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,074 | 556 | 518 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,657 | 1,370 | 1,287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 682 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 7,524 | 4,121 | 3,403 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,521 | 1,014 | 1,507 |
Connectivity of Kallanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kallanai. As per the 2011 stats, Kallanai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kallanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kallanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kallanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kallanai
- Where is Kallanai located?
- Kallanai village is situated in Vadipatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kallanai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kallanai is Maniyanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kallanai?
- The pincode of Kallanai is 625501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kallanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kallanai is 10,045, with 5,135 males and 4,910 females.
- How many households are there in Kallanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kallanai village has a total of 2,590 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kallanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kallanai is 74.90%. The male literacy rate is 80.25%, while the female literacy rate is 69.31%.