Megalathur

Megalathur is a village located in Thiruvaiyaru taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Thiruvaiyaru (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Megalathur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Megalathur unique in its vibrant Thiruvaiyaru-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Megalathur’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 Megalathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megalathur is 638746. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613102. Thirukkattupalli is nearest town to Megalathur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Megalathur

According to the 2011 Census, Megalathur has a total population of about 1,059, with approximately 536 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 534 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.74%, with male literacy at about 74.25% and female literacy near 63.10%. There are around 283 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Megalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,059 536 523
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 65 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 534 265 269
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 20 12 8
Literate Population 728 398 330
Illiterate Population 331 138 193

Connectivity of Megalathur

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

Nearby Villages of Megalathur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Megalathur

Where is Megalathur located?
Megalathur village is situated in Thiruvaiyaru Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megalathur?
Megalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Megalathur?
The pincode of Megalathur is 613102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Megalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megalathur is 1,059, with 536 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Megalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Megalathur village has a total of 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megalathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megalathur is 68.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.25%, while the female literacy rate is 63.10%.