Kanakai
Kanakai is a village located in Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Aruppukkottai (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, Nallangulam is the gram panchayat of Kanakai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakai unique in its vibrant Aruppukkottai-Virudhunagar region. You’ll see Kanakai’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 Kanakai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakai is 641688. The village spans a total geographical area of 815.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626114. Kamuthi is nearest town to Kanakai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanakai
Population of Kanakai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakai has a total population of about 1,417, with approximately 700 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 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 76.43%, with male literacy at about 82.57% and female literacy near 70.43%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 700 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 578 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 122 | 212 |
Connectivity of Kanakai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakai
- Where is Kanakai located?
- Kanakai village is situated in Aruppukkottai Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanakai is Nallangulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanakai?
- The pincode of Kanakai is 626114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakai is 1,417, with 700 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakai village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakai is 76.43%. The male literacy rate is 82.57%, while the female literacy rate is 70.43%.