Nachankulam

Nachankulam is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Nachangulam is the gram panchayat of Nachankulam village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nachankulam is 640150. The village spans a total geographical area of 524.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630311. Devakottai is nearest town to Nachankulam village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Nachankulam 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 Nachankulam

According to the 2011 Census, Nachankulam has a total population of about 1,261, with approximately 660 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 363 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 71.29%, with male literacy at about 81.06% and female literacy near 60.57%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nachankulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,261 660 601
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 70 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 363 188 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 899 535 364
Illiterate Population 362 125 237

Connectivity of Nachankulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nachankulam. As per the 2011 stats, Nachankulam 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 Nachankulam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nachankulam

Where is Nachankulam located?
Nachankulam village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nachankulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nachankulam is Nachangulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nachankulam?
The pincode of Nachankulam is 630311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nachankulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nachankulam is 1,261, with 660 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Nachankulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nachankulam village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nachankulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nachankulam is 71.29%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 60.57%.