Kanniyakudi
Kanniyakudi is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Kanniyakudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanniyakudi unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Kanniyakudi’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 Kanniyakudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanniyakudi is 637425. The village spans a total geographical area of 284.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609112. Vaitheeswaran Kovil is nearest town to Kanniyakudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanniyakudi
Population of Kanniyakudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kanniyakudi has a total population of about 1,473, with approximately 737 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 910 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 68.97%, with male literacy at about 75.31% and female literacy near 62.64%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanniyakudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 737 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 472 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 555 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 182 | 275 |
Connectivity of Kanniyakudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanniyakudi. As per the 2011 stats, Kanniyakudi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanniyakudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanniyakudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanniyakudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanniyakudi
- Where is Kanniyakudi located?
- Kanniyakudi village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanniyakudi?
- Kanniyakudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanniyakudi?
- The pincode of Kanniyakudi is 609112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanniyakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanniyakudi is 1,473, with 737 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Kanniyakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanniyakudi village has a total of 405 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanniyakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanniyakudi is 68.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.31%, while the female literacy rate is 62.64%.