Kilankunam

Kilankunam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kilankunam village respectively.

Here you can discover what makes Kilankunam unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kilankunam’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 Kilankunam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilankunam is 631620. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604501. Vandavasi is nearest town to Kilankunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kilankunam 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 Vandavasi 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.

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Population of Kilankunam

According to the 2011 Census, Kilankunam has a total population of about 347, with approximately 168 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.16%, with male literacy at about 77.98% and female literacy near 60.89%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilankunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 347 168 179
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 13 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 150 71 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 5 5
Literate Population 240 131 109
Illiterate Population 107 37 70

Connectivity of Kilankunam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilankunam. As per the 2011 stats, Kilankunam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 40 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kilankunam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kilankunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilankunam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kilankunam

Where is Kilankunam located?
Kilankunam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the pincode of Kilankunam?
The pincode of Kilankunam is 604501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kilankunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilankunam is 347, with 168 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Kilankunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kilankunam village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilankunam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilankunam is 69.16%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 60.89%.