Thagarai
Thagarai is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Thagarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thagarai unique in its vibrant Kallakkurichi-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Thagarai’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 Thagarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thagarai is 633441. The village spans a total geographical area of 313.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606201. Chinnaselam is nearest town to Thagarai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Thagarai 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 Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thagarai
Population of Thagarai
According to the 2011 Census, Thagarai has a total population of about 1,953, with approximately 1,017 males and 936 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 627 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.87%, with male literacy at about 60.37% and female literacy near 42.63%. There are around 534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thagarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 1,017 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 156 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 325 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 614 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 403 | 537 |
Connectivity of Thagarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thagarai. As per the 2011 stats, Thagarai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thagarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Thagarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thagarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thagarai
- Where is Thagarai located?
- Thagarai village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thagarai?
- Thagarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thagarai?
- The pincode of Thagarai is 606201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thagarai is 1,953, with 1,017 males and 936 females.
- How many households are there in Thagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thagarai village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thagarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thagarai is 51.87%. The male literacy rate is 60.37%, while the female literacy rate is 42.63%.