Kanatangudi - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Kanatangudi is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Kottakudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanatangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanatangudi is 641836. The village covers a total geographical area of 1501.26 hectares and falls under the 623403 pincode. Thondi is the nearest town.
Kanatangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanatangudi
As per Census 2011, Kanatangudi village has a total population of 3,776 people, consisting of 1,921 males and 1,855 females. The village has 890 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,671 literate and 1,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanatangudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,776 | 1,921 | 1,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 230 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,474 | 773 | 701 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,467 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 454 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Kanatangudi
Kanatangudi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadambanedal | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Tiruvetriyur | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Alikkudi | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Pudupattinam | South | 3.58 km |
| A.manakudi | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Mugilthagam | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Kulathur | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Kilaarumbur | North | 4.97 km |
| Nambuthalai | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Kallikudi | West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanatangudi
Kanatangudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramanathapuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Kanatangudi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanatangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanatangudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanatangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanatangudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanatangudi
Where is Kanatangudi located?
Kanatangudi village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanatangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanatangudi is Kottakudi.
What is the pincode of Kanatangudi?
The pincode of Kanatangudi is 623403.
What is the population of Kanatangudi?
Kanatangudi has a total population of 3,776, including 1,921 males and 1,855 females.
How many households are there in Kanatangudi?
There are 890 households in Kanatangudi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanatangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanatangudi is 70.74%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 64.91%.