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.

Parakkai has its own place in the vibrant Kanniyakumari 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 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.

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Population of Parakkai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Parakkai village is around 2,524, including approximately 1,251 males and 1,273 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Parakkai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parakkai village has 241 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parakkai village is about 84.51%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 82.80%.
  • There are around 706 households in Parakkai village.

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.

Vempanoor Neendakara B Dharmapuram Madhusoodhanapuram Thengamputhoor Thamaraikulam Agasteeswaram Azhagappapuram Kanniyakumari Thekkumalai Rf Putheri

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%.