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.

Tenpottai has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 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.

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Population of Tenpottai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Tenpottai village is around 5,250, including approximately 2,629 males and 2,621 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 587 children aged 0–6 years in Tenpottai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tenpottai village has 1,797 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tenpottai village is about 65.16%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 57.76%.
  • There are around 1,393 households in Tenpottai village.

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.

Neduvayal Elathur Kanakkupillaivalasai Puliyarai Karkudi Periapillaivalasai Piranoor Kunnakudi Vallam

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%.