Thenkarai
About Thenkarai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Thenkarai village is 640025. Thenkarai village is located in Tirupathur taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Tirupathur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Siravayal is the gram panchayat of Thenkarai village.
The total geographical area of village is 694.28 hectares. Thenkarai has a total population of 2,273 peoples, out of which male population is 1,147 while female population is 1,126. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 981 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of thenkarai village is 68.15% out of which 75.59% males and 60.57% females are literate. There are about 529 houses in thenkarai village. Pincode of thenkarai village locality is 630207.
When it comes to administration, Thenkarai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Thenkarai village comes under Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Tirupathur is nearest town to thenkarai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Thenkarai
The population details of Thenkarai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,273 | 1,147 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 507 | 256 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 867 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 280 | 444 |
Connectivity of Thenkarai
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thenkarai
Where is Thenkarai located?
Thenkarai village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thenkarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Thenkarai is Siravayal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thenkarai?
The pincode of Thenkarai is 630207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thenkarai is 2,273, with 1,147 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Thenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thenkarai village has a total of 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thenkarai is 68.15%. The male literacy rate is 75.59%, while the female literacy rate is 60.57%.