Marudhangudy Village Overview
Marudhangudy is a village in Sirkali tehsil of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 8 km from Sirkali tehsil headquarters and around 60 km from Nagapattinam district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Maruthangudi is the Gram Panchayat for Marudhangudy village.
The sections below provide essential information about Marudhangudy village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marudhangudy is 637406. The village covers a geographical area of 486.42 hectares and has a pincode of 609116. Vaitheeswaran Kovil is the nearest town.
Location Map of Marudhangudy
Population & Demographics of Marudhangudy
This section provides population and demographic details of Marudhangudy village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,286 | 1,125 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 107 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 477 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 890 | 772 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 235 | 389 |
Key population details of Marudhangudy village are given below:
- Marudhangudy village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,286, including approximately 1,125 males and 1,161 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 975 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Marudhangudy village is good, with a literacy rate of about 72.70%.
- There are around 631 households in Marudhangudy village.
Transport & Connectivity of Marudhangudy
Transport facilities help residents of Marudhangudy village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marudhangudy
The following villages are located close to Marudhangudy and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marudhangudy
- Where is Marudhangudy located?
- Marudhangudy village is located in Sirkali Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marudhangudy?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marudhangudy is Maruthangudi (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Marudhangudy?
- The pincode of Marudhangudy is 609116.
- What is the population of Marudhangudy?
- Marudhangudy has a total population of 2,286, including 1,125 males and 1,161 females.
- How many households are there in Marudhangudy?
- There are 631 households in Marudhangudy.
- What is the literacy rate in Marudhangudy?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marudhangudy is 72.70%. Male literacy is 79.11% and female literacy is 66.49%.