Malaikandan

Malaikandan is a village located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Malaikandan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Malaikandan unique in its vibrant Karaikkudi-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Malaikandan’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 Malaikandan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malaikandan is 640120. The village spans a total geographical area of 509.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630321. Nattarasankottai is nearest town to Malaikandan village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Malaikandan village comes under Sivaganga assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Malaikandan

According to the 2011 Census, Malaikandan has a total population of about 466, with approximately 223 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 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 71.03%, with male literacy at about 76.68% and female literacy near 65.84%. There are around 149 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malaikandan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 466 223 243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 23 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 20 8 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 331 171 160
Illiterate Population 135 52 83

Connectivity of Malaikandan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malaikandan. As per the 2011 stats, Malaikandan 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Malaikandan

Knowing the nearby villages of Malaikandan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malaikandan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Malaikandan

Where is Malaikandan located?
Malaikandan village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaikandan?
Malaikandan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Malaikandan?
The pincode of Malaikandan is 630321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malaikandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malaikandan is 466, with 223 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Malaikandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malaikandan village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaikandan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malaikandan is 71.03%. The male literacy rate is 76.68%, while the female literacy rate is 65.84%.