Kannangudi
Kannangudi is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kannangudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kannangudi unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kannangudi’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 Kannangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kannangudi is 640160. The village spans a total geographical area of 1155.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630318. Devakottai is nearest town to Kannangudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kannangudi 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 Kannangudi
Population of Kannangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kannangudi has a total population of about 1,284, with approximately 608 males and 676 females. The sex ratio is around 1111 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 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 78.66%, with male literacy at about 87.01% and female literacy near 71.15%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kannangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 608 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 127 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 529 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 79 | 195 |
Connectivity of Kannangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kannangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Kannangudi 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 Kannangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kannangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kannangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kannangudi
- Where is Kannangudi located?
- Kannangudi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kannangudi?
- Kannangudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kannangudi?
- The pincode of Kannangudi is 630318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kannangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kannangudi is 1,284, with 608 males and 676 females.
- How many households are there in Kannangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kannangudi village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kannangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kannangudi is 78.66%. The male literacy rate is 87.01%, while the female literacy rate is 71.15%.