Kandilan

Kandilan is a village located in Mudukulathur taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mudukulathur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Kandilan village is also a gram panchayat.

Kandilan has its own place in the vibrant Ramanathapuram 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 Kandilan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandilan is 641992. The village spans a total geographical area of 1197.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623704. Mudukulathur is nearest town to Kandilan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kandilan

Below is a concise population overview of Kandilan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,410 1,210 1,200
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 223 135 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 627 331 296
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,534 849 685
Illiterate Population 876 361 515

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandilan village:

  • The total population of Kandilan village is around 2,410, including approximately 1,210 males and 1,200 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Kandilan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandilan village has 627 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandilan village is about 63.65%, with male literacy at 70.17% and female literacy at 57.08%.
  • There are around 591 households in Kandilan village.

Connectivity of Kandilan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandilan. As per the 2011 stats, Kandilan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kandilan

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandilan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandilan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandilan

Where is Kandilan located?
Kandilan village is situated in Mudukulathur Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandilan?
Kandilan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kandilan?
The pincode of Kandilan is 623704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandilan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandilan is 2,410, with 1,210 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Kandilan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandilan village has a total of 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandilan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandilan is 63.65%. The male literacy rate is 70.17%, while the female literacy rate is 57.08%.