Kadugamarathur - Yercaud, Salem
Kadugamarathur is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadugamarathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadugamarathur is 634079. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.77 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Kadayampatti is the nearest town.
Kadugamarathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadugamarathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kadugamarathur village had a total population of 224 people, including 111 males and 113 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.13%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 41.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 50 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kadugamarathur
Kadugamarathur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kadugamarathur
Public transport in the Kadugamarathur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Kadugamarathur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadugamarathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadugamarathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadugamarathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadugamarathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadugamarathur
Where is Kadugamarathur located?
Kadugamarathur village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadugamarathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadugamarathur is Semmanatham.
What is the pincode of Kadugamarathur?
The pincode of Kadugamarathur is 636602.
What is the population of Kadugamarathur?
Kadugamarathur had a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kadugamarathur?
Kadugamarathur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadugamarathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadugamarathur was 53.13%. Male literacy was 64.89% and female literacy was 41.84%.