Thenkumarai

Thenkumarai is a village located in Attur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Attur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Thenkumarai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Thenkumarai unique in its vibrant Attur-Salem region. You’ll see Thenkumarai’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 Thenkumarai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thenkumarai is 634305. The village spans a total geographical area of 715.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636121. Attur is nearest town to Thenkumarai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Thenkumarai

According to the 2011 Census, Thenkumarai has a total population of about 1,784, with approximately 914 males and 870 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 482 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 63.73%, with male literacy at about 71.77% and female literacy near 55.29%. There are around 496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thenkumarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,784 914 870
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 93 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 482 256 226
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,137 656 481
Illiterate Population 647 258 389

Connectivity of Thenkumarai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thenkumarai. As per the 2011 stats, Thenkumarai 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thenkumarai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Thenkumarai

Where is Thenkumarai located?

Thenkumarai village is situated in Attur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Thenkumarai?

Thenkumarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Thenkumarai?

The pincode of Thenkumarai is 636121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Thenkumarai as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thenkumarai is 1,784, with 914 males and 870 females.

How many households are there in Thenkumarai as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Thenkumarai village has a total of 496 households.

What is the literacy rate in Thenkumarai as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thenkumarai is 63.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.77%, while the female literacy rate is 55.29%.