Tenkarai

Tenkarai is a village located in Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapalayam (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, Thenkarai is the gram panchayat of Tenkarai village.

Tenkarai has its own place in the vibrant Virudhunagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tenkarai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenkarai is 641201. The village spans a total geographical area of 1365.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626136. Rajapalayam is nearest town to Tenkarai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Tenkarai

Below is a concise population overview of Tenkarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 918 454 464
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 49 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 296 140 156
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 683 363 320
Illiterate Population 235 91 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tenkarai village:

  • The total population of Tenkarai village is around 918, including approximately 454 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Tenkarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tenkarai village has 296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tenkarai village is about 74.40%, with male literacy at 79.96% and female literacy at 68.97%.
  • There are around 272 households in Tenkarai village.

Connectivity of Tenkarai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenkarai. As per the 2011 stats, Tenkarai 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tenkarai

Knowing the nearby villages of Tenkarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenkarai.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tenkarai

Where is Tenkarai located?
Tenkarai village is situated in Rajapalayam Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tenkarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tenkarai is Thenkarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tenkarai?
The pincode of Tenkarai is 626136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenkarai is 918, with 454 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Tenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tenkarai village has a total of 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tenkarai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenkarai is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.96%, while the female literacy rate is 68.97%.