Merkandai

Merkandai is a village located in Tirukalukundram taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Tirukalukundram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Merkandai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lattur is the gram panchayat of Merkandai village.

Merkandai has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram 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 Merkandai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merkandai is 629951. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603102. Tirukalukundram is nearest town to Merkandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Merkandai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 792 391 401
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 43 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 615 306 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 482 273 209
Illiterate Population 310 118 192

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

  • The total population of Merkandai village is around 792, including approximately 391 males and 401 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Merkandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkandai village has 615 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkandai village is about 60.86%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 52.12%.
  • There are around 197 households in Merkandai village.

Connectivity of Merkandai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merkandai. As per the 2011 stats, Merkandai 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 31 km distance

Nearby Villages of Merkandai

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merkandai

Where is Merkandai located?
Merkandai village is situated in Tirukalukundram Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkandai is Lattur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merkandai?
The pincode of Merkandai is 603102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merkandai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkandai is 792, with 391 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Merkandai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkandai village has a total of 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkandai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkandai is 60.86%. The male literacy rate is 69.82%, while the female literacy rate is 52.12%.