Goodamalai
Goodamalai is a village located in Gangavalli taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gangavalli (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Goodamalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Goodamalai unique in its vibrant Gangavalli-Salem region. You’ll see Goodamalai’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 Goodamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goodamalai is 634347. The village spans a total geographical area of 2000.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636105. Gangavalli is nearest town to Goodamalai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Goodamalai
Population of Goodamalai
According to the 2011 Census, Goodamalai has a total population of about 6,989, with approximately 3,489 males and 3,500 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 740 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,913 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.84%, with male literacy at about 69.22% and female literacy near 54.49%. There are around 1,876 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goodamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,989 | 3,489 | 3,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 740 | 384 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,913 | 945 | 968 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 63 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 4,322 | 2,415 | 1,907 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,667 | 1,074 | 1,593 |
Connectivity of Goodamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goodamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Goodamalai 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 Goodamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Goodamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goodamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goodamalai
- Where is Goodamalai located?
- Goodamalai village is situated in Gangavalli Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goodamalai?
- Goodamalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Goodamalai?
- The pincode of Goodamalai is 636105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goodamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goodamalai is 6,989, with 3,489 males and 3,500 females.
- How many households are there in Goodamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goodamalai village has a total of 1,876 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goodamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goodamalai is 61.84%. The male literacy rate is 69.22%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.