Mookkaiyur
Mookkaiyur is a village located in Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kadaladi (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Mookkaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mookkaiyur unique in its vibrant Kadaladi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Mookkaiyur’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 Mookkaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mookkaiyur is 642086. The village spans a total geographical area of 1766.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623703. Sayalkudi is nearest town to Mookkaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mookkaiyur
Population of Mookkaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Mookkaiyur has a total population of about 2,660, with approximately 1,396 males and 1,264 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 315 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 295 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 67.86%, with male literacy at about 72.99% and female literacy near 62.18%. There are around 567 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mookkaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,660 | 1,396 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 176 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 1,019 | 786 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 377 | 478 |
Connectivity of Mookkaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mookkaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Mookkaiyur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mookkaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mookkaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mookkaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mookkaiyur
- Where is Mookkaiyur located?
- Mookkaiyur village is situated in Kadaladi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mookkaiyur?
- Mookkaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mookkaiyur?
- The pincode of Mookkaiyur is 623703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mookkaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mookkaiyur is 2,660, with 1,396 males and 1,264 females.
- How many households are there in Mookkaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mookkaiyur village has a total of 567 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mookkaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mookkaiyur is 67.86%. The male literacy rate is 72.99%, while the female literacy rate is 62.18%.