Murugankudi - Tittakudi, Cuddalore
Murugankudi is a village situated in the Tittakudi taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tittakudi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Murugankudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murugankudi is 637272. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.16 hectares and falls under the 606105 pincode. Pennadam is the nearest town.
Murugankudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tittakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murugankudi
According to the 2011 Census, Murugankudi village had a total population of 1,713 people, including 865 males and 848 females, living in 409 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 865 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 649 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 216 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Murugankudi
Murugankudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murugankudi
Murugankudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Murugankudi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Murugankudi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murugankudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murugankudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murugankudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murugankudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murugankudi
Where is Murugankudi located?
Murugankudi village is located in Tittakudi Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murugankudi?
Murugankudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murugankudi?
The pincode of Murugankudi is 606105.
What is the population of Murugankudi?
Murugankudi had a total population of 1,713, including 865 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Murugankudi?
Murugankudi had 409 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murugankudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murugankudi was 73.79%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 64.71%.