Thenkkarai
Thenkkarai is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thenkkarai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thenkarai is the gram panchayat of Thenkkarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Thenkkarai unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Thenkkarai’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 Thenkkarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thenkkarai is 631495. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604503. Desur is nearest town to Thenkkarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thenkkarai 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.
Google Map of Thenkkarai
Population of Thenkkarai
According to the 2011 Census, Thenkkarai has a total population of about 2,172, with approximately 1,053 males and 1,119 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.85%, with male literacy at about 65.53% and female literacy near 46.74%. There are around 548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thenkkarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,172 | 1,053 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 115 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 233 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 690 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 363 | 596 |
Connectivity of Thenkkarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thenkkarai. As per the 2011 stats, Thenkkarai 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 37 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thenkkarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Thenkkarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thenkkarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thenkkarai
- Where is Thenkkarai located?
- Thenkkarai village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thenkkarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thenkkarai is Thenkarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thenkkarai?
- The pincode of Thenkkarai is 604503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thenkkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thenkkarai is 2,172, with 1,053 males and 1,119 females.
- How many households are there in Thenkkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thenkkarai village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thenkkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thenkkarai is 55.85%. The male literacy rate is 65.53%, while the female literacy rate is 46.74%.