Mookanur
Mookanur is a village located in Omalur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Omalur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Mookanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mookanur unique in its vibrant Omalur-Salem region. You’ll see Mookanur’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 Mookanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mookanur is 633806. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636351. Omalur is nearest town to Mookanur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mookanur
Population of Mookanur
According to the 2011 Census, Mookanur has a total population of about 3,754, with approximately 1,982 males and 1,772 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 580 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 51.23%, with male literacy at about 59.08% and female literacy near 42.44%. There are around 950 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mookanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,754 | 1,982 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 211 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 302 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,171 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,831 | 811 | 1,020 |
Connectivity of Mookanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mookanur. As per the 2011 stats, Mookanur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mookanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mookanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mookanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mookanur
- Where is Mookanur located?
- Mookanur village is situated in Omalur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mookanur?
- Mookanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mookanur?
- The pincode of Mookanur is 636351, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mookanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mookanur is 3,754, with 1,982 males and 1,772 females.
- How many households are there in Mookanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mookanur village has a total of 950 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mookanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mookanur is 51.23%. The male literacy rate is 59.08%, while the female literacy rate is 42.44%.