Athikinar
Athikinar is a village located in Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Ettayapuram (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, T Shunmugapuram is the gram panchayat of Athikinar village.
Here you can discover what makes Athikinar unique in its vibrant Ettayapuram-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Athikinar’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 Athikinar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athikinar is 642294. The village spans a total geographical area of 673.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628720. Ettayapuram is nearest town to Athikinar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athikinar
Population of Athikinar
According to the 2011 Census, Athikinar has a total population of about 839, with approximately 406 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 737 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 59.95%, with male literacy at about 69.46% and female literacy near 51.04%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athikinar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 839 | 406 | 433 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 356 | 381 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 503 | 282 | 221 |
Illiterate Population | 336 | 124 | 212 |
Connectivity of Athikinar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athikinar. As per the 2011 stats, Athikinar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athikinar
Knowing the nearby villages of Athikinar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athikinar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athikinar
- Where is Athikinar located?
- Athikinar village is situated in Ettayapuram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athikinar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athikinar is T Shunmugapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athikinar?
- The pincode of Athikinar is 628720, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athikinar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athikinar is 839, with 406 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Athikinar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athikinar village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athikinar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athikinar is 59.95%. The male literacy rate is 69.46%, while the female literacy rate is 51.04%.