Kannugudi (West) Chief - Orathanadu, Thanjavur
Kannugudi (West) Chief is a village situated in the Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orathanadu and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Kannukudi West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kannugudi (West) Chief village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kannugudi (West) Chief is 638920. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.78 hectares and falls under the 614901 pincode. Pattukkottai is the nearest town.
Kannugudi (West) Chief village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kannugudi (West) Chief
As per Census 2011, Kannugudi (West) Chief village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 642 males and 706 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kannugudi (West) Chief are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 642 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 83 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 491 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 151 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Kannugudi (West) Chief
Kannugudi (West) Chief 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 Kannugudi (West) Chief
Kannugudi (West) Chief is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Kannugudi (West) Chief is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kannugudi (West) Chief
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kannugudi (West) Chief village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kannugudi (West) Chief
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kannugudi (West) Chief village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kannugudi (West) Chief
Where is Kannugudi (West) Chief located?
Kannugudi (West) Chief village is located in Orathanadu Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kannugudi (West) Chief?
The Gram Panchayat of Kannugudi (West) Chief is Kannukudi West.
What is the pincode of Kannugudi (West) Chief?
The pincode of Kannugudi (West) Chief is 614901.
What is the population of Kannugudi (West) Chief?
Kannugudi (West) Chief has a total population of 1,348, including 642 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Kannugudi (West) Chief?
There are 349 households in Kannugudi (West) Chief.
What is the literacy rate in Kannugudi (West) Chief?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kannugudi (West) Chief is 69.88%. Male literacy is 76.48% and female literacy is 63.88%.