Kannankottai

Kannankottai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kannankottai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kannankottai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kannankottai’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 Kannankottai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kannankottai is 640147. The village spans a total geographical area of 833.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630303. Devakottai is nearest town to Kannankottai village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kannankottai 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.

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Population of Kannankottai

According to the 2011 Census, Kannankottai has a total population of about 1,975, with approximately 1,022 males and 953 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 303 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.15%, with male literacy at about 72.50% and female literacy near 55.19%. There are around 491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kannankottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,975 1,022 953
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 106 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 303 158 145
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 11 6
Literate Population 1,267 741 526
Illiterate Population 708 281 427

Connectivity of Kannankottai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kannankottai. As per the 2011 stats, Kannankottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kannankottai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kannankottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kannankottai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kannankottai

Where is Kannankottai located?
Kannankottai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kannankottai?
Kannankottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kannankottai?
The pincode of Kannankottai is 630303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kannankottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kannankottai is 1,975, with 1,022 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Kannankottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kannankottai village has a total of 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kannankottai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kannankottai is 64.15%. The male literacy rate is 72.50%, while the female literacy rate is 55.19%.