Kodanad
Kodanad is a village located in Kotagiri taluka of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kotagiri (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Udhagamandalam. As per 2009 stats, Kodanad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kodanad unique in its vibrant Kotagiri-The Nilgiris region. You’ll see Kodanad’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 Kodanad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kodanad is 635099. The village spans a total geographical area of 3327.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 643217. Kothagiri is nearest town to Kodanad village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kodanad
Population of Kodanad
According to the 2011 Census, Kodanad has a total population of about 4,153, with approximately 2,022 males and 2,131 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,999 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.20%, with male literacy at about 80.42% and female literacy near 58.56%. There are around 1,232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kodanad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,153 | 2,022 | 2,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 167 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,999 | 963 | 1,036 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 2,874 | 1,626 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,279 | 396 | 883 |
Connectivity of Kodanad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kodanad. As per the 2011 stats, Kodanad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kodanad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kodanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kodanad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kodanad
- Where is Kodanad located?
- Kodanad village is situated in Kotagiri Taluka, within the The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kodanad?
- Kodanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kodanad?
- The pincode of Kodanad is 643217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kodanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kodanad is 4,153, with 2,022 males and 2,131 females.
- How many households are there in Kodanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kodanad village has a total of 1,232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kodanad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kodanad is 69.20%. The male literacy rate is 80.42%, while the female literacy rate is 58.56%.