Parakkai
Parakkai is a village located in Agastheeswaram taluka of Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from Nagercoil, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Parakkai village. As per 2009 stats, Parakkai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parakkai unique in its vibrant Agastheeswaram-Kanniyakumari region. You’ll see Parakkai’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 Parakkai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parakkai is 643180. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 629601. Then Thamarai Kulam is nearest town to Parakkai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Parakkai
Population of Parakkai
According to the 2011 Census, Parakkai has a total population of about 2,524, with approximately 1,251 males and 1,273 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 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 84.51%, with male literacy at about 86.25% and female literacy near 82.80%. There are around 706 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parakkai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,524 | 1,251 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 122 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,133 | 1,079 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 172 | 219 |
Connectivity of Parakkai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parakkai. As per the 2011 stats, Parakkai 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 Parakkai
Knowing the nearby villages of Parakkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parakkai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parakkai
- Where is Parakkai located?
- Parakkai village is situated in Agastheeswaram Taluka, within the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parakkai?
- Parakkai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parakkai?
- The pincode of Parakkai is 629601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parakkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parakkai is 2,524, with 1,251 males and 1,273 females.
- How many households are there in Parakkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parakkai village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parakkai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parakkai is 84.51%. The male literacy rate is 86.25%, while the female literacy rate is 82.80%.