Kallangudi
Kallangudi is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kallangudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kallangudi unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kallangudi’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 Kallangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kallangudi is 640168. The village spans a total geographical area of 894.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630302. Devakottai is nearest town to Kallangudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kallangudi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kallangudi
Population of Kallangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kallangudi has a total population of about 1,377, with approximately 680 males and 697 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 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 67.18%, with male literacy at about 76.76% and female literacy near 57.82%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kallangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 680 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 166 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 925 | 522 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 158 | 294 |
Connectivity of Kallangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kallangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Kallangudi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kallangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kallangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kallangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kallangudi
- Where is Kallangudi located?
- Kallangudi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kallangudi?
- Kallangudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kallangudi?
- The pincode of Kallangudi is 630302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kallangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kallangudi is 1,377, with 680 males and 697 females.
- How many households are there in Kallangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kallangudi village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kallangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kallangudi is 67.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.76%, while the female literacy rate is 57.82%.