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.
Here you can discover what makes Megamalai unique in its vibrant Andipatti-Theni region. You’ll see Megamalai’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Megamalai has a total population of about 8,348, with approximately 4,303 males and 4,045 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 852 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 79. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.14%, with male literacy at about 61.65% and female literacy near 46.16%. There are around 2,585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Megamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.