Merkkukottagudi Village Overview
Merkkukottagudi is a village in Mudukulathur tehsil of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 30 km from Mudukulathur tehsil headquarters and around 55 km from Ramanathapuram district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Merkkukottagudi 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 Merkkukottagudi is 641964. The village covers a geographical area of 199.65 hectares and has a pincode of 623704. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Location Map of Merkkukottagudi
Population & Demographics of Merkkukottagudi
This section provides population and demographic details of Merkkukottagudi village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 177 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 251 | 141 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 36 | 78 |
Key population details of Merkkukottagudi village are given below:
- Merkkukottagudi village is a small village with a total population of around 365, including approximately 177 males and 188 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- The literacy level of Merkkukottagudi village is good, with a literacy rate of about 68.77%.
- There are around 102 households in Merkkukottagudi village.
Transport & Connectivity of Merkkukottagudi
Transport facilities help residents of Merkkukottagudi 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Merkkukottagudi
The following villages are located close to Merkkukottagudi 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 Merkkukottagudi
- Where is Merkkukottagudi located?
- Merkkukottagudi village is located in Mudukulathur Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the pincode of Merkkukottagudi?
- The pincode of Merkkukottagudi is 623704.
- What is the population of Merkkukottagudi?
- Merkkukottagudi has a total population of 365, including 177 males and 188 females.
- How many households are there in Merkkukottagudi?
- There are 102 households in Merkkukottagudi.
- What is the literacy rate in Merkkukottagudi?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merkkukottagudi is 68.77%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 58.51%.