Kanikkaniyan

Kanikkaniyan is a village located in Vellore taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore is the district & sub-district headquarter of Kanikkaniyan village. As per 2009 stats, Kanikaniyan is the gram panchayat of Kanikkaniyan village.

Here you can discover what makes Kanikkaniyan unique in its vibrant Vellore region. You’ll see Kanikkaniyan’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 Kanikkaniyan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanikkaniyan is 630851. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632113. Pennathur is nearest town to Kanikkaniyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanikkaniyan 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 Arcot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam 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 Kanikkaniyan

According to the 2011 Census, Kanikkaniyan has a total population of about 600, with approximately 292 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.67%, with male literacy at about 83.22% and female literacy near 62.66%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanikkaniyan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 600 292 308
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 23 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 48 19 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 436 243 193
Illiterate Population 164 49 115

Connectivity of Kanikkaniyan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanikkaniyan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanikkaniyan 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 3 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanikkaniyan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanikkaniyan

Where is Kanikkaniyan located?
Kanikkaniyan village is situated in Vellore Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanikkaniyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanikkaniyan is Kanikaniyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanikkaniyan?
The pincode of Kanikkaniyan is 632113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanikkaniyan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanikkaniyan is 600, with 292 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Kanikkaniyan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanikkaniyan village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikkaniyan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanikkaniyan is 72.67%. The male literacy rate is 83.22%, while the female literacy rate is 62.66%.