Madakkottai
Madakkottai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Siruvachi is the gram panchayat of Madakkottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Madakkottai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Madakkottai’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 Madakkottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Madakkottai is 640143. The village spans a total geographical area of 607.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630318. Devakottai is nearest town to Madakkottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Madakkottai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Madakkottai
Population of Madakkottai
According to the 2011 Census, Madakkottai has a total population of about 530, with approximately 269 males and 261 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 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 70.38%, with male literacy at about 82.53% and female literacy near 57.85%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Madakkottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 269 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 162 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 373 | 222 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 47 | 110 |
Connectivity of Madakkottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Madakkottai. As per the 2011 stats, Madakkottai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Madakkottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Madakkottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Madakkottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Madakkottai
- Where is Madakkottai located?
- Madakkottai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Madakkottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Madakkottai is Siruvachi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Madakkottai?
- The pincode of Madakkottai is 630318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Madakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Madakkottai is 530, with 269 males and 261 females.
- How many households are there in Madakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Madakkottai village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Madakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Madakkottai is 70.38%. The male literacy rate is 82.53%, while the female literacy rate is 57.85%.