Engan
Engan is a village located in Kodavasal taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kodavasal (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Engan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Engan unique in its vibrant Kodavasal-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Engan’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 Engan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Engan is 637975. The village spans a total geographical area of 365.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612603. Koradacheri is nearest town to Engan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Engan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Engan
Population of Engan
According to the 2011 Census, Engan has a total population of about 2,909, with approximately 1,472 males and 1,437 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,163 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 70.16%, with male literacy at about 73.85% and female literacy near 66.39%. There are around 774 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Engan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,909 | 1,472 | 1,437 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 186 | 131 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 580 | 583 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,087 | 954 |
Illiterate Population | 868 | 385 | 483 |
Connectivity of Engan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Engan. As per the 2011 stats, Engan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Engan
Knowing the nearby villages of Engan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Engan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Engan
- Where is Engan located?
- Engan village is situated in Kodavasal Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Engan?
- Engan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Engan?
- The pincode of Engan is 612603, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Engan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Engan is 2,909, with 1,472 males and 1,437 females.
- How many households are there in Engan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Engan village has a total of 774 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Engan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Engan is 70.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.39%.