Maligaikottam

Maligaikottam is a village located in Tittakudi taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Tittakudi (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Pattakurichi is the gram panchayat of Maligaikottam village.

Here you can discover what makes Maligaikottam unique in its vibrant Tittakudi-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Maligaikottam’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 Maligaikottam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maligaikottam is 637332. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606105. Pennadam is nearest town to Maligaikottam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Maligaikottam

According to the 2011 Census, Maligaikottam has a total population of about 1,689, with approximately 879 males and 810 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 396 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.94%, with male literacy at about 70.08% and female literacy near 55.19%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maligaikottam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,689 879 810
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 105 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 396 209 187
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,063 616 447
Illiterate Population 626 263 363

Connectivity of Maligaikottam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maligaikottam. As per the 2011 stats, Maligaikottam 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Maligaikottam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Maligaikottam

Where is Maligaikottam located?
Maligaikottam village is situated in Tittakudi Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maligaikottam?
The Gram Panchayat of Maligaikottam is Pattakurichi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Maligaikottam?
The pincode of Maligaikottam is 606105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maligaikottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maligaikottam is 1,689, with 879 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Maligaikottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maligaikottam village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maligaikottam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maligaikottam is 62.94%. The male literacy rate is 70.08%, while the female literacy rate is 55.19%.