Kalikappan
Kalikappan is a village located in Madurai North taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Madurai North (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Karuppayurani is the gram panchayat of Kalikappan village.
Kalikappan has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Kalikappan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikappan is 640667. The village spans a total geographical area of 541.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625107. Madurai is nearest town to Kalikappan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kalikappan
Below is a concise population overview of Kalikappan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,739 | 3,378 | 3,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 400 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,581 | 817 | 764 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,628 | 2,538 | 2,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,111 | 840 | 1,271 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalikappan village:
- The total population of Kalikappan village is around 6,739, including approximately 3,378 males and 3,361 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 778 children aged 0–6 years in Kalikappan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalikappan village has 1,581 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalikappan village is about 68.67%, with male literacy at 75.13% and female literacy at 62.18%.
- There are around 1,716 households in Kalikappan village.
Connectivity of Kalikappan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalikappan. As per the 2011 stats, Kalikappan 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalikappan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalikappan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalikappan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikappan
- Where is Kalikappan located?
- Kalikappan village is situated in Madurai North Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikappan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalikappan is Karuppayurani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalikappan?
- The pincode of Kalikappan is 625107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalikappan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikappan is 6,739, with 3,378 males and 3,361 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikappan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikappan village has a total of 1,716 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikappan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikappan is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.13%, while the female literacy rate is 62.18%.