Chokkalingapuram
Chokkalingapuram is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Chokkalingapuram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chokkalingapuram unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Chokkalingapuram’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 Chokkalingapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokkalingapuram is 640492. The village spans a total geographical area of 1041.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625103. Singampunari is nearest town to Chokkalingapuram village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chokkalingapuram
Population of Chokkalingapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Chokkalingapuram has a total population of about 7,887, with approximately 3,963 males and 3,924 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 909 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 744 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 68.35%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 58.64%. There are around 1,934 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokkalingapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,887 | 3,963 | 3,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 459 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 356 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,391 | 3,090 | 2,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,496 | 873 | 1,623 |
Connectivity of Chokkalingapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokkalingapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Chokkalingapuram 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chokkalingapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Chokkalingapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokkalingapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chokkalingapuram
- Where is Chokkalingapuram located?
- Chokkalingapuram village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chokkalingapuram?
- Chokkalingapuram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chokkalingapuram?
- The pincode of Chokkalingapuram is 625103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chokkalingapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokkalingapuram is 7,887, with 3,963 males and 3,924 females.
- How many households are there in Chokkalingapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chokkalingapuram village has a total of 1,934 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chokkalingapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokkalingapuram is 68.35%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.64%.