Kannanur
Kannanur is a village located in Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thuraiyur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, K Palayam is the gram panchayat of Kannanur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kannanur unique in its vibrant Thuraiyur-Tiruchirappalli region. You’ll see Kannanur’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 Kannanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kannanur is 635805. The village spans a total geographical area of 1253.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621206. Thuraiyur is nearest town to Kannanur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kannanur 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 Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kannanur
Population of Kannanur
According to the 2011 Census, Kannanur has a total population of about 7,118, with approximately 3,526 males and 3,592 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 728 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,377 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.79%, with male literacy at about 77.77% and female literacy near 63.95%. There are around 1,916 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kannanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,118 | 3,526 | 3,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 379 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,377 | 1,161 | 1,216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,039 | 2,742 | 2,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,079 | 784 | 1,295 |
Connectivity of Kannanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kannanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kannanur 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 Kannanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kannanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kannanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kannanur
- Where is Kannanur located?
- Kannanur village is situated in Thuraiyur Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kannanur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kannanur is K Palayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kannanur?
- The pincode of Kannanur is 621206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kannanur is 7,118, with 3,526 males and 3,592 females.
- How many households are there in Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kannanur village has a total of 1,916 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kannanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kannanur is 70.79%. The male literacy rate is 77.77%, while the female literacy rate is 63.95%.