Megnanapuram - Tiruchendur, Thoothukkudi
Megnanapuram is a village situated in the Tiruchendur taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchendur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Meingnanapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megnanapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megnanapuram is 642581. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.64 hectares and falls under the 628210 pincode. Udankudi is the nearest town.
Megnanapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchendur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megnanapuram
As per Census 2011, Megnanapuram village has a total population of 2,502 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,311 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,160 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megnanapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,502 | 1,191 | 1,311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 36 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,160 | 1,036 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 155 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Megnanapuram
Megnanapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmipuram | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Semmarikulam | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Nangaimozhi | West | 3.26 km |
| Vahaivilai | South | 3.30 km |
| Chettiyapathu | South | 3.83 km |
| Manaduthandupathu | East | 4.46 km |
| Paramankurichi | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Pannamparai | West | 6.40 km |
| Venkatramanujapuram | South | 6.55 km |
| Kuthiraimozhi | North-East | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megnanapuram
Megnanapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nazareth, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| 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 Megnanapuram is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megnanapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megnanapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Megnanapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megnanapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Megnanapuram
Where is Megnanapuram located?
Megnanapuram village is located in Tiruchendur Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megnanapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Megnanapuram is Meingnanapuram.
What is the pincode of Megnanapuram?
The pincode of Megnanapuram is 628210.
What is the population of Megnanapuram?
Megnanapuram has a total population of 2,502, including 1,191 males and 1,311 females.
How many households are there in Megnanapuram?
There are 649 households in Megnanapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Megnanapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megnanapuram is 86.33%. Male literacy is 86.99% and female literacy is 85.74%.