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.
Here you can discover what makes Tenkarai unique in its vibrant Rajapalayam-Virudhunagar region. You’ll see Tenkarai’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 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.
Google Map of Tenkarai
Population of Tenkarai
According to the 2011 Census, Tenkarai has a total population of about 918, with approximately 454 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 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 74.40%, with male literacy at about 79.96% and female literacy near 68.97%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenkarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.