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.
Megalathur has its own place in the vibrant Thanjavur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Megalathur
Population of Megalathur
Below is a concise population overview of Megalathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Megalathur village:
- The total population of Megalathur village is around 1,059, including approximately 536 males and 523 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Megalathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Megalathur village has 534 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Megalathur village is about 68.74%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 63.10%.
- There are around 283 households in Megalathur village.
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%.