Thengal

Thengal is a village located in Wallajah taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Wallajah are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thengal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thengal village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thengal is 630521. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632404. Ranipettai is nearest town to Thengal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thengal 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 Ranipet 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 Thengal

According to the 2011 Census, Thengal has a total population of about 1,480, with approximately 714 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 369 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.68%, with male literacy at about 76.89% and female literacy near 64.88%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thengal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,480 714 766
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 156 78 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 369 171 198
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 34 18 16
Literate Population 1,046 549 497
Illiterate Population 434 165 269

Connectivity of Thengal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thengal. As per the 2011 stats, Thengal 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 6 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thengal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Thengal

Where is Thengal located?
Thengal village is situated in Wallajah Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thengal?
Thengal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thengal?
The pincode of Thengal is 632404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thengal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thengal is 1,480, with 714 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Thengal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thengal village has a total of 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thengal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thengal is 70.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 64.88%.