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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandilan unique in its vibrant Mudukulathur-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Kandilan’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 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.
Google Map of Kandilan
Population of Kandilan
According to the 2011 Census, Kandilan has a total population of about 2,410, with approximately 1,210 males and 1,200 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 627 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 63.65%, with male literacy at about 70.17% and female literacy near 57.08%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandilan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.