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.

Kakkarai has its own place in the vibrant Thanjavur 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 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.

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Population of Kakkarai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kakkarai village is around 1,582, including approximately 734 males and 848 females, with a sex ratio of 1155 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Kakkarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kakkarai village has 192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kakkarai village is about 73.89%, with male literacy at 82.97% and female literacy at 66.04%.
  • There are around 401 households in Kakkarai village.

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.

Ayangudi Mandalakkottai Kovilur Pudur Palampudur Poovathur Pudunagar Kelavannipet Arumulai Tirumangalakottai Keelaiyur

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%.