Kandiyur
Kandiyur is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandiyur unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kandiyur’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 Kandiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandiyur is 640140. The village spans a total geographical area of 1296.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630303. Devakottai is nearest town to Kandiyur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kandiyur 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 Kandiyur
Population of Kandiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kandiyur has a total population of about 2,904, with approximately 1,490 males and 1,414 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.88%, with male literacy at about 70.00% and female literacy near 53.32%. There are around 707 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,904 | 1,490 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 278 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,043 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 447 | 660 |
Connectivity of Kandiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kandiyur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandiyur.
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%.