Kalakkudi
Kalakkudi is a village located in Aranthangi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Aranthangi (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Nagudi is the gram panchayat of Kalakkudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalakkudi unique in its vibrant Aranthangi-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Kalakkudi’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 Kalakkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalakkudi is 639777. The village spans a total geographical area of 298.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614616. Aranthangi is nearest town to Kalakkudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalakkudi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalakkudi
Population of Kalakkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakkudi has a total population of about 1,613, with approximately 732 males and 881 females. The sex ratio is around 1203 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 206 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 78.30%, with male literacy at about 85.66% and female literacy near 72.19%. There are around 410 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalakkudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,613 | 732 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 73 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 87 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 627 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 105 | 245 |
Connectivity of Kalakkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalakkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Kalakkudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalakkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalakkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalakkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalakkudi
- Where is Kalakkudi located?
- Kalakkudi village is situated in Aranthangi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalakkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalakkudi is Nagudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalakkudi?
- The pincode of Kalakkudi is 614616, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalakkudi is 1,613, with 732 males and 881 females.
- How many households are there in Kalakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalakkudi village has a total of 410 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalakkudi is 78.30%. The male literacy rate is 85.66%, while the female literacy rate is 72.19%.