Idaikal
Idaikal is a village located in Tenkasi taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tenkasi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Idaikal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Idaikal unique in its vibrant Tenkasi-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Idaikal’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 Idaikal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Idaikal is 642754. The village spans a total geographical area of 790.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627804. Kadayanallur is nearest town to Idaikal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Idaikal
Population of Idaikal
According to the 2011 Census, Idaikal has a total population of about 3,054, with approximately 1,534 males and 1,520 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 939 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.61%, with male literacy at about 77.31% and female literacy near 61.84%. There are around 812 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Idaikal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,054 | 1,534 | 1,520 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 466 | 473 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Literate Population | 2,126 | 1,186 | 940 |
Illiterate Population | 928 | 348 | 580 |
Connectivity of Idaikal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Idaikal. As per the 2011 stats, Idaikal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Idaikal
Knowing the nearby villages of Idaikal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Idaikal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Idaikal
- Where is Idaikal located?
- Idaikal village is situated in Tenkasi Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Idaikal?
- Idaikal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Idaikal?
- The pincode of Idaikal is 627804, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Idaikal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Idaikal is 3,054, with 1,534 males and 1,520 females.
- How many households are there in Idaikal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Idaikal village has a total of 812 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Idaikal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Idaikal is 69.61%. The male literacy rate is 77.31%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.