Thenkarai

Thenkarai is a village 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.

Thenkarai has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Thenkarai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thenkarai is 640025. The village spans a total geographical area of 694.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630207. Tirupathur is nearest town to Thenkarai village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Thenkarai 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 Tiruppattur 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 Thenkarai

Below is a concise population overview of Thenkarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,273 1,147 1,126
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 250 131 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 507 256 251
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,549 867 682
Illiterate Population 724 280 444

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thenkarai village:

  • The total population of Thenkarai village is around 2,273, including approximately 1,147 males and 1,126 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Thenkarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thenkarai village has 507 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Thenkarai village is about 68.15%, with male literacy at 75.59% and female literacy at 60.57%.
  • There are around 529 households in Thenkarai village.

Connectivity of Thenkarai

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

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

A Melaiyur Karuppur Kottaiyiruppu Thattati Siravayal Vaniyankadu Themmapatti Kattambur Thevarambur Pattakuruchi Sunnambiruppu

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%.