Konthagai - Papanasam, Thanjavur
Konthagai is a village situated in the Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Papanasam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Kondhagai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konthagai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konthagai is 638579. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.46 hectares and falls under the 612302 pincode. Swamimalai is the nearest town.
Konthagai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Papanasam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konthagai
As per Census 2011, Konthagai village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 282 males and 293 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konthagai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 282 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 91 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 229 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 53 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Konthagai
Konthagai 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 Konthagai
Konthagai 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 Konthagai is about 40 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 Konthagai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konthagai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konthagai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konthagai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konthagai
Where is Konthagai located?
Konthagai village is located in Papanasam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konthagai?
The Gram Panchayat of Konthagai is Kondhagai.
What is the pincode of Konthagai?
The pincode of Konthagai is 612302.
What is the population of Konthagai?
Konthagai has a total population of 575, including 282 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Konthagai?
There are 149 households in Konthagai.
What is the literacy rate in Konthagai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konthagai is 73.04%. Male literacy is 81.21% and female literacy is 65.19%.