Megamalai - Andipatti, Theni
Megamalai is a village situated in the Andipatti taluka of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Andipatti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Theni Allinagaram. Megamalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megamalai is 641167. The village covers a total geographical area of 32198.36 hectares and falls under the 625515 pincode. Theni Allinagaram is the nearest town.
Megamalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Andipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megamalai
As per Census 2011, Megamalai village has a total population of 8,348 people, consisting of 4,303 males and 4,045 females. The village has 2,585 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 852 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,520 literate and 3,828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megamalai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Megamalai
Megamalai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Erasakkanayackanur Hills | North-West | 11.28 km |
| Khansabpuram | East | 13.91 km |
| Myaladumparai | North-East | 14.90 km |
| Chinnaovalapuram | North-West | 15.83 km |
| S. Kodikulam | East | 15.84 km |
| Narayanathevanpatti North | North-West | 15.91 km |
| Erasakkanayackanur | North | 16.01 km |
| Kanniservaipatti | North | 16.38 km |
| Royappanpatti | North-West | 17.09 km |
| Mallingapuram | North-West | 17.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megamalai
Public transport in the Megamalai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajapalayam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Theni Allinagaram to Megamalai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megamalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megamalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Megamalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megamalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megamalai
Where is Megamalai located?
Megamalai village is located in Andipatti Taluka, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megamalai?
Megamalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Megamalai?
The pincode of Megamalai is 625515.
What is the population of Megamalai?
Megamalai has a total population of 8,348, including 4,303 males and 4,045 females.
How many households are there in Megamalai?
There are 2,585 households in Megamalai.
What is the literacy rate in Megamalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megamalai is 54.14%. Male literacy is 61.65% and female literacy is 46.16%.