Rettanai
Rettanai is a village located in Tindivanam taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Tindivanam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Rettanai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Rettanai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rettanai unique in its vibrant Tindivanam-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Rettanai’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 Rettanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rettanai is 632680. The village spans a total geographical area of 1495.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604306. Tindivanam is nearest town to Rettanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rettanai 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 Mailam 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 Rettanai
Population of Rettanai
According to the 2011 Census, Rettanai has a total population of about 7,816, with approximately 3,969 males and 3,847 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 732 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 923 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 221. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.97%, with male literacy at about 72.41% and female literacy near 55.26%. There are around 1,907 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rettanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,816 | 3,969 | 3,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 369 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 472 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 5,000 | 2,874 | 2,126 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,816 | 1,095 | 1,721 |
Connectivity of Rettanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rettanai. As per the 2011 stats, Rettanai 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 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rettanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Rettanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rettanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rettanai
- Where is Rettanai located?
- Rettanai village is situated in Tindivanam Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rettanai?
- Rettanai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rettanai?
- The pincode of Rettanai is 604306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rettanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rettanai is 7,816, with 3,969 males and 3,847 females.
- How many households are there in Rettanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rettanai village has a total of 1,907 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rettanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rettanai is 63.97%. The male literacy rate is 72.41%, while the female literacy rate is 55.26%.