Thangangudi
Thangangudi is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Puthurani is the gram panchayat of Thangangudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Thangangudi unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Thangangudi’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 Thangangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thangangudi is 640157. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630303. Devakottai is nearest town to Thangangudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Thangangudi 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 Thangangudi
Population of Thangangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Thangangudi has a total population of about 622, with approximately 324 males and 298 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 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 66.40%, with male literacy at about 75.31% and female literacy near 56.71%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thangangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 324 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 413 | 244 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 80 | 129 |
Connectivity of Thangangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thangangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Thangangudi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thangangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Thangangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thangangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thangangudi
- Where is Thangangudi located?
- Thangangudi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thangangudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thangangudi is Puthurani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thangangudi?
- The pincode of Thangangudi is 630303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thangangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thangangudi is 622, with 324 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Thangangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thangangudi village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thangangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thangangudi is 66.40%. The male literacy rate is 75.31%, while the female literacy rate is 56.71%.