Kandiyur
About Kandiyur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandiyur village is 640140. Kandiyur village is located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kandiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1296.3 hectares. Kandiyur has a total population of 2,904 peoples, out of which male population is 1,490 while female population is 1,414. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandiyur village is 61.88% out of which 70.00% males and 53.32% females are literate. There are about 707 houses in kandiyur village. Pincode of kandiyur village locality is 630303.
When it comes to administration, Kandiyur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandiyur village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Devakottai is nearest town to kandiyur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kandiyur
The population details of Kandiyur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,904 | 1,490 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 532 | 278 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,043 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 447 | 660 |
Connectivity of Kandiyur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandiyur
Where is Kandiyur located?
Kandiyur village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandiyur?
Kandiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kandiyur?
The pincode of Kandiyur is 630303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandiyur is 2,904, with 1,490 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Kandiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandiyur village has a total of 707 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandiyur is 61.88%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.32%.