Megamalai
Megamalai is a village located in Andipatti taluka of Theni district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Andipatti (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Theni Allinagaram. As per 2009 stats, Thummakundu is the gram panchayat of Megamalai village.
Megamalai has its own place in the vibrant Theni 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 Megamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megamalai is 641167. The village spans a total geographical area of 32198.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625579. Theni Allinagaram is nearest town to Megamalai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Megamalai
Population of Megamalai
Below is a concise population overview of Megamalai 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 | 8,348 | 4,303 | 4,045 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 453 | 399 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,210 | 1,121 | 1,089 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
Literate Population | 4,520 | 2,653 | 1,867 |
Illiterate Population | 3,828 | 1,650 | 2,178 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Megamalai village:
- The total population of Megamalai village is around 8,348, including approximately 4,303 males and 4,045 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 852 children aged 0–6 years in Megamalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Megamalai village has 2,210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 79 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Megamalai village is about 54.14%, with male literacy at 61.65% and female literacy at 46.16%.
- There are around 2,585 households in Megamalai village.
Connectivity of Megamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Megamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Megamalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Megamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Megamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Megamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Megamalai
- Where is Megamalai located?
- Megamalai village is situated in Andipatti Taluka, within the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Megamalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Megamalai is Thummakundu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Megamalai?
- The pincode of Megamalai is 625579, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Megamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megamalai is 8,348, with 4,303 males and 4,045 females.
- How many households are there in Megamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Megamalai village has a total of 2,585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Megamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megamalai is 54.14%. The male literacy rate is 61.65%, while the female literacy rate is 46.16%.