Melakorukkai
Melakorukkai is a village located in Kumbakonam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbakonam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Korukkai is the gram panchayat of Melakorukkai village.
Here you can discover what makes Melakorukkai unique in its vibrant Kumbakonam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Melakorukkai’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 Melakorukkai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakorukkai is 638539. The village spans a total geographical area of 299.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612401. Kumbakonam is nearest town to Melakorukkai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Melakorukkai
Population of Melakorukkai
According to the 2011 Census, Melakorukkai has a total population of about 2,521, with approximately 1,253 males and 1,268 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 471 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 69.18%, with male literacy at about 76.14% and female literacy near 62.30%. There are around 654 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melakorukkai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,521 | 1,253 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 227 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 954 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 299 | 478 |
Connectivity of Melakorukkai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakorukkai. As per the 2011 stats, Melakorukkai 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melakorukkai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melakorukkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakorukkai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melakorukkai
- Where is Melakorukkai located?
- Melakorukkai village is situated in Kumbakonam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melakorukkai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melakorukkai is Korukkai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melakorukkai?
- The pincode of Melakorukkai is 612401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melakorukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakorukkai is 2,521, with 1,253 males and 1,268 females.
- How many households are there in Melakorukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melakorukkai village has a total of 654 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melakorukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakorukkai is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 62.30%.