Mangalam Dam
Mangalam Dam is a village located in Alathur taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Alathur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Vandazhy is the gram panchayat of Mangalam Dam village.
Mangalam Dam has its own place in the vibrant Palakkad 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 Mangalam Dam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangalam Dam is 627710. The village spans a total geographical area of 3000 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678706. Palakkad is nearest town to Mangalam Dam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
As per 2019 stats, Mangalam Dam village comes under Alathur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Mangalam Dam
Population of Mangalam Dam
Below is a concise population overview of Mangalam Dam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,012 | 2,985 | 3,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 354 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 324 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 4,780 | 2,404 | 2,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 581 | 651 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mangalam Dam village:
- The total population of Mangalam Dam village is around 6,012, including approximately 2,985 males and 3,027 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 658 children aged 0–6 years in Mangalam Dam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mangalam Dam village has 628 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 323 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mangalam Dam village is about 79.51%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 78.49%.
- There are around 1,441 households in Mangalam Dam village.
Connectivity of Mangalam Dam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mangalam Dam. As per the 2011 stats, Mangalam Dam 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 Mangalam Dam
Knowing the nearby villages of Mangalam Dam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mangalam Dam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mangalam Dam
- Where is Mangalam Dam located?
- Mangalam Dam village is situated in Alathur Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mangalam Dam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mangalam Dam is Vandazhy (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mangalam Dam?
- The pincode of Mangalam Dam is 678706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mangalam Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangalam Dam is 6,012, with 2,985 males and 3,027 females.
- How many households are there in Mangalam Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangalam Dam village has a total of 1,441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangalam Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangalam Dam is 79.51%. The male literacy rate is 80.54%, while the female literacy rate is 78.49%.