Maraikkulam
Maraikkulam is a village located in Kamuthi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kamuthi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Valaiyapookulam is the gram panchayat of Maraikkulam village.
Maraikkulam has its own place in the vibrant Ramanathapuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Maraikkulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maraikkulam is 642017. The village spans a total geographical area of 1115.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623605. Kamuthi is nearest town to Maraikkulam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Maraikkulam
Below is a concise population overview of Maraikkulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,764 | 1,360 | 1,404 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 157 | 161 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,042 | 1,126 | 916 |
Illiterate Population | 722 | 234 | 488 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maraikkulam village:
- The total population of Maraikkulam village is around 2,764, including approximately 1,360 males and 1,404 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Maraikkulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maraikkulam village has 318 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Maraikkulam village is about 73.88%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 65.24%.
- There are around 708 households in Maraikkulam village.
Connectivity of Maraikkulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maraikkulam. As per the 2011 stats, Maraikkulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maraikkulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Maraikkulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maraikkulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maraikkulam
- Where is Maraikkulam located?
- Maraikkulam village is situated in Kamuthi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maraikkulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maraikkulam is Valaiyapookulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maraikkulam?
- The pincode of Maraikkulam is 623605, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maraikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maraikkulam is 2,764, with 1,360 males and 1,404 females.
- How many households are there in Maraikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maraikkulam village has a total of 708 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maraikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maraikkulam is 73.88%. The male literacy rate is 82.79%, while the female literacy rate is 65.24%.