Appakkarai
Appakkarai is a village located in Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Peraiyur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, A Thottiapatty is the gram panchayat of Appakkarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Appakkarai unique in its vibrant Peraiyur-Madurai region. You’ll see Appakkarai’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 Appakkarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Appakkarai is 640886. The village spans a total geographical area of 757.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625704. T.kallupatty is nearest town to Appakkarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Appakkarai
Population of Appakkarai
According to the 2011 Census, Appakkarai has a total population of about 2,159, with approximately 1,040 males and 1,119 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 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 70.03%, with male literacy at about 80.77% and female literacy near 60.05%. There are around 626 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Appakkarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,040 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 840 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 200 | 447 |
Connectivity of Appakkarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Appakkarai. As per the 2011 stats, Appakkarai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Appakkarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Appakkarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Appakkarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Appakkarai
- Where is Appakkarai located?
- Appakkarai village is situated in Peraiyur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Appakkarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Appakkarai is A Thottiapatty (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Appakkarai?
- The pincode of Appakkarai is 625704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Appakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Appakkarai is 2,159, with 1,040 males and 1,119 females.
- How many households are there in Appakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Appakkarai village has a total of 626 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Appakkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Appakkarai is 70.03%. The male literacy rate is 80.77%, while the female literacy rate is 60.05%.