Kanthapalayam
Kanthapalayam is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanthapalayam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Venkatampalayam is the gram panchayat of Kanthapalayam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthapalayam unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kanthapalayam’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 Kanthapalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthapalayam is 631751. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606901. Polur is nearest town to Kanthapalayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Kanthapalayam
Population of Kanthapalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthapalayam has a total population of about 3,103, with approximately 1,530 males and 1,573 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 360 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,021 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.52%, with male literacy at about 72.42% and female literacy near 58.80%. There are around 767 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthapalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,103 | 1,530 | 1,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 165 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,021 | 489 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,033 | 1,108 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 422 | 648 |
Connectivity of Kanthapalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthapalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthapalayam 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 22 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthapalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthapalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthapalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthapalayam
- Where is Kanthapalayam located?
- Kanthapalayam village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthapalayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanthapalayam is Venkatampalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanthapalayam?
- The pincode of Kanthapalayam is 606901, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthapalayam is 3,103, with 1,530 males and 1,573 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthapalayam village has a total of 767 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthapalayam is 65.52%. The male literacy rate is 72.42%, while the female literacy rate is 58.80%.