Kilankadu
Kilankadu is a village located in Tenkasi taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tenkasi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Kilankadu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kilankadu unique in its vibrant Tenkasi-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Kilankadu’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 Kilankadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilankadu is 642752. The village spans a total geographical area of 556.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627804. Kadayanallur is nearest town to Kilankadu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kilankadu
Population of Kilankadu
According to the 2011 Census, Kilankadu has a total population of about 4,754, with approximately 2,370 males and 2,384 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 470 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,624 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 60. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.46%, with male literacy at about 75.99% and female literacy near 58.98%. There are around 1,341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilankadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,754 | 2,370 | 2,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 232 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,624 | 818 | 806 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,207 | 1,801 | 1,406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,547 | 569 | 978 |
Connectivity of Kilankadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilankadu. As per the 2011 stats, Kilankadu 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 Kilankadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilankadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilankadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilankadu
- Where is Kilankadu located?
- Kilankadu village is situated in Tenkasi Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilankadu?
- Kilankadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kilankadu?
- The pincode of Kilankadu is 627804, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilankadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilankadu is 4,754, with 2,370 males and 2,384 females.
- How many households are there in Kilankadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilankadu village has a total of 1,341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilankadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilankadu is 67.46%. The male literacy rate is 75.99%, while the female literacy rate is 58.98%.