Kanadukathan - Karaikkudi, Sivaganga
Kanadukathan is a village situated in the Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karaikkudi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Chettinadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanadukathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanadukathan is 640063. The village covers a total geographical area of 750.5 hectares and falls under the 630103 pincode. Kanadukathan is the nearest town.
Kanadukathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanadukathan
As per Census 2011, Kanadukathan village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,040 males and 1,052 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanadukathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,040 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 153 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 675 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 365 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Kanadukathan
Kanadukathan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanadukathan
Kanadukathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kanadukathan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Kanadukathan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanadukathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanadukathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanadukathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanadukathan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kanadukathan
Where is Kanadukathan located?
Kanadukathan village is located in Karaikkudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanadukathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanadukathan is Chettinadu.
What is the pincode of Kanadukathan?
The pincode of Kanadukathan is 630103.
What is the population of Kanadukathan?
Kanadukathan has a total population of 2,092, including 1,040 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Kanadukathan?
There are 497 households in Kanadukathan.
What is the literacy rate in Kanadukathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanadukathan is 56.45%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 48.10%.