Merkupathi
Merkupathi is a village located in Avanashi taluka of Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Avanashi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Tiruppur. As per 2009 stats, Merkupathy is the gram panchayat of Merkupathi village.
Here you can discover what makes Merkupathi unique in its vibrant Avanashi-Tiruppur region. You’ll see Merkupathi’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 Merkupathi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merkupathi is 644767. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638103. Kunnathur is nearest town to Merkupathi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Merkupathi
Population of Merkupathi
According to the 2011 Census, Merkupathi has a total population of about 2,977, with approximately 1,497 males and 1,480 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 632 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.36%, with male literacy at about 60.19% and female literacy near 50.47%. There are around 890 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merkupathi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,977 | 1,497 | 1,480 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 153 | 109 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 344 | 288 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,648 | 901 | 747 |
Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 596 | 733 |
Connectivity of Merkupathi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merkupathi. As per the 2011 stats, Merkupathi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Merkupathi
Knowing the nearby villages of Merkupathi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merkupathi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merkupathi
- Where is Merkupathi located?
- Merkupathi village is situated in Avanashi Taluka, within the Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merkupathi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Merkupathi is Merkupathy (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Merkupathi?
- The pincode of Merkupathi is 638103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Merkupathi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkupathi is 2,977, with 1,497 males and 1,480 females.
- How many households are there in Merkupathi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merkupathi village has a total of 890 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merkupathi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkupathi is 55.36%. The male literacy rate is 60.19%, while the female literacy rate is 50.47%.