Kandadevi
Kandadevi is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kandadevi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandadevi unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kandadevi’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 Kandadevi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandadevi is 640130. The village spans a total geographical area of 635.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630314. Devakottai is nearest town to Kandadevi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kandadevi 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 Kandadevi
Population of Kandadevi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandadevi has a total population of about 3,781, with approximately 1,868 males and 1,913 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 343 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,129 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 74.32%, with male literacy at about 80.84% and female literacy near 67.96%. There are around 900 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandadevi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,781 | 1,868 | 1,913 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 175 | 168 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 564 | 565 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,810 | 1,510 | 1,300 |
Illiterate Population | 971 | 358 | 613 |
Connectivity of Kandadevi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandadevi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandadevi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandadevi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandadevi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandadevi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandadevi
- Where is Kandadevi located?
- Kandadevi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandadevi?
- Kandadevi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandadevi?
- The pincode of Kandadevi is 630314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandadevi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandadevi is 3,781, with 1,868 males and 1,913 females.
- How many households are there in Kandadevi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandadevi village has a total of 900 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandadevi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandadevi is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 80.84%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.