Kandigai
Kandigai is a village located in Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Ponneri are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kandigai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Budhur is the gram panchayat of Kandigai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandigai unique in its vibrant Ponneri-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Kandigai’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 Kandigai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandigai is 628751. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600067. Sengunram is nearest town to Kandigai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Kandigai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandigai has a total population of about 285, with approximately 141 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.49%, with male literacy at about 81.56% and female literacy near 71.53%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandigai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 141 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 26 | 41 |
Connectivity of Kandigai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandigai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandigai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 18 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandigai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandigai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandigai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandigai
- Where is Kandigai located?
- Kandigai village is situated in Ponneri Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandigai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandigai is Budhur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandigai?
- The pincode of Kandigai is 600067, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandigai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandigai is 285, with 141 males and 144 females.
- How many households are there in Kandigai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandigai village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandigai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandigai is 76.49%. The male literacy rate is 81.56%, while the female literacy rate is 71.53%.