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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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)
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%.