Tenpottai
Tenpottai is a village located in Shenkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shenkottai (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Thenpothai is the gram panchayat of Tenpottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Tenpottai unique in its vibrant Shenkottai-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Tenpottai’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 Tenpottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenpottai is 642779. The village spans a total geographical area of 847.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627810. Shenkottai is nearest town to Tenpottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tenpottai
Population of Tenpottai
According to the 2011 Census, Tenpottai has a total population of about 5,250, with approximately 2,629 males and 2,621 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 587 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,797 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 65.16%, with male literacy at about 72.54% and female literacy near 57.76%. There are around 1,393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenpottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,250 | 2,629 | 2,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 301 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 905 | 892 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,421 | 1,907 | 1,514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,829 | 722 | 1,107 |
Connectivity of Tenpottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenpottai. As per the 2011 stats, Tenpottai 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tenpottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Tenpottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenpottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tenpottai
- Where is Tenpottai located?
- Tenpottai village is situated in Shenkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tenpottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tenpottai is Thenpothai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tenpottai?
- The pincode of Tenpottai is 627810, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tenpottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenpottai is 5,250, with 2,629 males and 2,621 females.
- How many households are there in Tenpottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tenpottai village has a total of 1,393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tenpottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenpottai is 65.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 57.76%.