Athankarai
Athankarai is a village located in Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vilathikulam (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Attrankarai is the gram panchayat of Athankarai village.
Athankarai 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 Athankarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athankarai is 642334. The village spans a total geographical area of 2025.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628904. Vilathikulam is nearest town to Athankarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athankarai
Population of Athankarai
Below is a concise population overview of Athankarai 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 | 2,750 | 1,381 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 441 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,053 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 328 | 510 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athankarai village:
- The total population of Athankarai village is around 2,750, including approximately 1,381 males and 1,369 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Athankarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athankarai village has 882 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Athankarai village is about 69.53%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 62.75%.
- There are around 775 households in Athankarai village.
Connectivity of Athankarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athankarai. As per the 2011 stats, Athankarai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athankarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Athankarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athankarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athankarai
- Where is Athankarai located?
- Athankarai village is situated in Vilathikulam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athankarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athankarai is Attrankarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athankarai?
- The pincode of Athankarai is 628904, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athankarai is 2,750, with 1,381 males and 1,369 females.
- How many households are there in Athankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athankarai village has a total of 775 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athankarai is 69.53%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 62.75%.