Kunnathur
Kunnathur is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kunnathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kunnathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunnathur unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kunnathur’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 Kunnathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunnathur is 631714. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606803. Polur is nearest town to Kunnathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunnathur 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 Polur 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 Kunnathur
Population of Kunnathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kunnathur has a total population of about 2,912, with approximately 1,437 males and 1,475 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 779 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.24%, with male literacy at about 81.77% and female literacy near 68.88%. There are around 731 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunnathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,912 | 1,437 | 1,475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 141 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 369 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,191 | 1,175 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 262 | 459 |
Connectivity of Kunnathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunnathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kunnathur 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 2 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunnathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunnathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunnathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunnathur
- Where is Kunnathur located?
- Kunnathur village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunnathur?
- Kunnathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunnathur?
- The pincode of Kunnathur is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunnathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunnathur is 2,912, with 1,437 males and 1,475 females.
- How many households are there in Kunnathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunnathur village has a total of 731 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunnathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunnathur is 75.24%. The male literacy rate is 81.77%, while the female literacy rate is 68.88%.