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.
Here you can discover what makes Athankarai unique in its vibrant Vilathikulam-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Athankarai’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Athankarai has a total population of about 2,750, with approximately 1,381 males and 1,369 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 882 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 69.53%, with male literacy at about 76.25% and female literacy near 62.75%. There are around 775 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athankarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.