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.
Kallanai 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kallanai 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kallanai village:
- The total population of Kallanai village is around 10,045, including approximately 5,135 males and 4,910 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,074 children aged 0–6 years in Kallanai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kallanai village has 2,657 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,303 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kallanai village is about 74.90%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 69.31%.
- There are around 2,590 households in Kallanai village.
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%.