Erkudi
Erkudi is a village located in Madurai South taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Madurai South (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Earkudi Achampathu is the gram panchayat of Erkudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Erkudi unique in its vibrant Madurai South-Madurai region. You’ll see Erkudi’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 Erkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erkudi is 641017. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625019. Madurai is nearest town to Erkudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Erkudi
Population of Erkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Erkudi has a total population of about 1,435, with approximately 692 males and 743 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.70%, with male literacy at about 80.78% and female literacy near 69.04%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Erkudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 692 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 53 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 559 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 133 | 230 |
Connectivity of Erkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Erkudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Erkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Erkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Erkudi
- Where is Erkudi located?
- Erkudi village is situated in Madurai South Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Erkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Erkudi is Earkudi Achampathu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Erkudi?
- The pincode of Erkudi is 625019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Erkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erkudi is 1,435, with 692 males and 743 females.
- How many households are there in Erkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Erkudi village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Erkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erkudi is 74.70%. The male literacy rate is 80.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.04%.