Konakarai
Konakarai is a village located in Kotagiri taluka of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kotagiri (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Udhagamandalam. As per 2009 stats, Konavakkarai is the gram panchayat of Konakarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Konakarai unique in its vibrant Kotagiri-The Nilgiris region. You’ll see Konakarai’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 Konakarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Konakarai is 635107. The village spans a total geographical area of 3716 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 643217. Kothagiri is nearest town to Konakarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Konakarai
Population of Konakarai
According to the 2011 Census, Konakarai has a total population of about 7,511, with approximately 3,676 males and 3,835 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 636 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,082 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,219. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.69%, with male literacy at about 83.81% and female literacy near 69.86%. There are around 2,207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Konakarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,511 | 3,676 | 3,835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,082 | 1,002 | 1,080 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,219 | 601 | 618 |
| Literate Population | 5,760 | 3,081 | 2,679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 595 | 1,156 |
Connectivity of Konakarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Konakarai. As per the 2011 stats, Konakarai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Konakarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Konakarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Konakarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Konakarai
- Where is Konakarai located?
- Konakarai village is situated in Kotagiri Taluka, within the The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Konakarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Konakarai is Konavakkarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Konakarai?
- The pincode of Konakarai is 643217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Konakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Konakarai is 7,511, with 3,676 males and 3,835 females.
- How many households are there in Konakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Konakarai village has a total of 2,207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Konakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Konakarai is 76.69%. The male literacy rate is 83.81%, while the female literacy rate is 69.86%.