Tarkakudi

Tarkakudi is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Ayyapatti is the gram panchayat of Tarkakudi village.

Tarkakudi 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 Tarkakudi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarkakudi is 640490. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625103. Melur is nearest town to Tarkakudi village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Tarkakudi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 349 171 178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 15 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 80 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 244 135 109
Illiterate Population 105 36 69

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

  • The total population of Tarkakudi village is around 349, including approximately 171 males and 178 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Tarkakudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tarkakudi village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tarkakudi village is about 69.91%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 61.24%.
  • There are around 96 households in Tarkakudi village.

Connectivity of Tarkakudi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarkakudi. As per the 2011 stats, Tarkakudi 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tarkakudi

Knowing the nearby villages of Tarkakudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarkakudi.

Silambakkonepatti Kottampatti Valaichcherippatti Chokkampatti Manappachcheri Pandangudi Chokkalingapuram Ayanpandangudi Ayyapatti Kunnarampatti Sekkipatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Tarkakudi

Where is Tarkakudi located?
Tarkakudi village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkakudi is Ayyapatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tarkakudi?
The pincode of Tarkakudi is 625103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tarkakudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarkakudi is 349, with 171 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Tarkakudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tarkakudi village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkakudi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarkakudi is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.24%.