Tenpalai
Tenpalai is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tenpalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thenpalai is the gram panchayat of Tenpalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Tenpalai unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Tenpalai’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 Tenpalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenpalai is 632369. The village spans a total geographical area of 831.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604151. Gingee is nearest town to Tenpalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Tenpalai
According to the 2011 Census, Tenpalai has a total population of about 2,814, with approximately 1,374 males and 1,440 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 613 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 83. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.00%, with male literacy at about 74.60% and female literacy near 53.89%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenpalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,374 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 293 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,801 | 1,025 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 349 | 664 |
Connectivity of Tenpalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenpalai. As per the 2011 stats, Tenpalai 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 40 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tenpalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Tenpalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenpalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tenpalai
- Where is Tenpalai located?
- Tenpalai village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tenpalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tenpalai is Thenpalai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tenpalai?
- The pincode of Tenpalai is 604151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tenpalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenpalai is 2,814, with 1,374 males and 1,440 females.
- How many households are there in Tenpalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tenpalai village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tenpalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenpalai is 64.00%. The male literacy rate is 74.60%, while the female literacy rate is 53.89%.