Thandarai
Thandarai is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thandarai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thandarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thandarai unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Thandarai’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 Thandarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thandarai is 631351. The village spans a total geographical area of 279.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604407. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Thandarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thandarai 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 Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thandarai
Population of Thandarai
According to the 2011 Census, Thandarai has a total population of about 1,645, with approximately 804 males and 841 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.80%, with male literacy at about 71.52% and female literacy near 54.46%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thandarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 804 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 98 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,225 | 598 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 575 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 229 | 383 |
Connectivity of Thandarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thandarai. As per the 2011 stats, Thandarai 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 40 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thandarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Thandarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thandarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thandarai
- Where is Thandarai located?
- Thandarai village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thandarai?
- Thandarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thandarai?
- The pincode of Thandarai is 604407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thandarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thandarai is 1,645, with 804 males and 841 females.
- How many households are there in Thandarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thandarai village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thandarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thandarai is 62.80%. The male literacy rate is 71.52%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.