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.

Here you can discover what makes Tarkakudi unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Tarkakudi’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Tarkakudi has a total population of about 349, with approximately 171 males and 178 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 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 69.91%, with male literacy at about 78.95% and female literacy near 61.24%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarkakudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.