Kattakulam
Kattakulam is a village located in Vadipatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Vadipatti (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kattakkulam is the gram panchayat of Kattakulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kattakulam unique in its vibrant Vadipatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Kattakulam’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 Kattakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kattakulam is 640745. The village spans a total geographical area of 526.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625218. Vadipatti is nearest town to Kattakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kattakulam
Population of Kattakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Kattakulam has a total population of about 2,440, with approximately 1,197 males and 1,243 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,039 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.25%, with male literacy at about 77.03% and female literacy near 63.72%. There are around 643 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kattakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,197 | 1,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,039 | 503 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 922 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 275 | 451 |
Connectivity of Kattakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kattakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Kattakulam 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 Kattakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kattakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kattakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kattakulam
- Where is Kattakulam located?
- Kattakulam village is situated in Vadipatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kattakulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kattakulam is Kattakkulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kattakulam?
- The pincode of Kattakulam is 625218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kattakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kattakulam is 2,440, with 1,197 males and 1,243 females.
- How many households are there in Kattakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kattakulam village has a total of 643 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kattakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kattakulam is 70.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.03%, while the female literacy rate is 63.72%.