Meerankulam - II - Sathankulam, Thoothukkudi
Meerankulam - II is a village situated in the Sathankulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sathankulam and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Meerankulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerankulam - II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerankulam - II is 642595. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.55 hectares and falls under the 628613 pincode. Sathankulam is the nearest town.
Meerankulam - II village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srivaikuntam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerankulam - II
As per Census 2011, Meerankulam - II village has a total population of 2,558 people, consisting of 1,260 males and 1,298 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,866 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meerankulam - II are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,558 | 1,260 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 154 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 979 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 281 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Meerankulam - II
Meerankulam - II is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meerankulam - II
Public transport in the Meerankulam - II is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Meerankulam - II.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Meerankulam - II is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerankulam - II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerankulam - II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meerankulam - II
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerankulam - II 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meerankulam - II
Where is Meerankulam - II located?
Meerankulam - II village is located in Sathankulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerankulam - II?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerankulam - II is Meerankulam.
What is the pincode of Meerankulam - II?
The pincode of Meerankulam - II is 628613.
What is the population of Meerankulam - II?
Meerankulam - II has a total population of 2,558, including 1,260 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Meerankulam - II?
There are 634 households in Meerankulam - II.
What is the literacy rate in Meerankulam - II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerankulam - II is 72.95%. Male literacy is 77.70% and female literacy is 68.34%.