Thenkunam
Thenkunam is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Thenkunam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thenkunam unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Thenkunam’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 Thenkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thenkunam is 633630. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607201. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Thenkunam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Thenkunam
Population of Thenkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Thenkunam has a total population of about 1,213, with approximately 591 males and 622 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 569 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.34%, with male literacy at about 55.16% and female literacy near 36.01%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thenkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 591 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 288 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 326 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 265 | 398 |
Connectivity of Thenkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thenkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Thenkunam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thenkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Thenkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thenkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thenkunam
- Where is Thenkunam located?
- Thenkunam village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thenkunam?
- Thenkunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thenkunam?
- The pincode of Thenkunam is 607201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thenkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thenkunam is 1,213, with 591 males and 622 females.
- How many households are there in Thenkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thenkunam village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thenkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thenkunam is 45.34%. The male literacy rate is 55.16%, while the female literacy rate is 36.01%.