Konnaiyar - Tiruchengode, Namakkal
Konnaiyar is a village situated in the Tiruchengode taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchengode and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Konnaiyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konnaiyar is 634416. The village covers a total geographical area of 1585.67 hectares and falls under the 637202 pincode. Tiruchengode is the nearest town.
Konnaiyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konnaiyar
According to the 2011 Census, Konnaiyar village had a total population of 5,191 people, including 2,610 males and 2,581 females, living in 1,528 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 78.75% and female literacy at 57.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,592, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,191 | 2,610 | 2,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 233 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,592 | 801 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,244 | 1,872 | 1,372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,947 | 738 | 1,209 |
Nearby Villages of Konnaiyar
Konnaiyar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Konnaiyar
Konnaiyar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Konnaiyar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konnaiyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konnaiyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konnaiyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konnaiyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konnaiyar
Where is Konnaiyar located?
Konnaiyar village is located in Tiruchengode Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konnaiyar?
Konnaiyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konnaiyar?
The pincode of Konnaiyar is 637202.
What is the population of Konnaiyar?
Konnaiyar had a total population of 5,191, including 2,610 males and 2,581 females.
How many households are there in Konnaiyar?
Konnaiyar had 1,528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konnaiyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konnaiyar was 68.14%. Male literacy was 78.75% and female literacy was 57.55%.