Thonugal

Thonugal is a village located in Kovilpatti taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kovilpatti (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Thonugal village is also a gram panchayat.

Thonugal has its own place in the vibrant Thoothukkudi 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 Thonugal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thonugal is 642170. The village spans a total geographical area of 944.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628503. Kovilpatti is nearest town to Thonugal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Thonugal

Below is a concise population overview of Thonugal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,227 1,082 1,145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 214 105 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 801 389 412
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,478 807 671
Illiterate Population 749 275 474

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thonugal village:

  • The total population of Thonugal village is around 2,227, including approximately 1,082 males and 1,145 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 214 children aged 0–6 years in Thonugal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thonugal village has 801 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Thonugal village is about 66.37%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 58.60%.
  • There are around 610 households in Thonugal village.

Connectivity of Thonugal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thonugal. As per the 2011 stats, Thonugal 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thonugal

Knowing the nearby villages of Thonugal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thonugal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thonugal

Where is Thonugal located?
Thonugal village is situated in Kovilpatti Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thonugal?
Thonugal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thonugal?
The pincode of Thonugal is 628503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thonugal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thonugal is 2,227, with 1,082 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Thonugal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thonugal village has a total of 610 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thonugal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thonugal is 66.37%. The male literacy rate is 74.58%, while the female literacy rate is 58.60%.