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.
Konakarai has its own place in the vibrant The Nilgiris 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 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.
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Population of Konakarai
Below is a concise population overview of Konakarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Konakarai village:
- The total population of Konakarai village is around 7,511, including approximately 3,676 males and 3,835 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 636 children aged 0–6 years in Konakarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Konakarai village has 2,082 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,219 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Konakarai village is about 76.69%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 69.86%.
- There are around 2,207 households in Konakarai village.
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%.