Kakkarai
Kakkarai is a village located in Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Orathanadu (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Kakkarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kakkarai unique in its vibrant Orathanadu-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Kakkarai’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 Kakkarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakkarai is 638895. The village spans a total geographical area of 583.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614625. Orathanadu is nearest town to Kakkarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kakkarai
Population of Kakkarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kakkarai has a total population of about 1,582, with approximately 734 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 1155 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 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 73.89%, with male literacy at about 82.97% and female literacy near 66.04%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakkarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 734 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 55 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 609 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 125 | 288 |
Connectivity of Kakkarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakkarai. As per the 2011 stats, Kakkarai 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 Kakkarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakkarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakkarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakkarai
- Where is Kakkarai located?
- Kakkarai village is situated in Orathanadu Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakkarai?
- Kakkarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kakkarai?
- The pincode of Kakkarai is 614625, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakkarai is 1,582, with 734 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Kakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakkarai village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakkarai is 73.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.97%, while the female literacy rate is 66.04%.