Meppathurai
Meppathurai is a village located in Tiruvannamalai taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai is the district & sub-district headquarter of Meppathurai village. As per 2009 stats, Meppathurai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meppathurai unique in its vibrant Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Meppathurai’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 Meppathurai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meppathurai is 632052. The village spans a total geographical area of 605.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606802. Tiruvannamalai is nearest town to Meppathurai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Meppathurai
Population of Meppathurai
According to the 2011 Census, Meppathurai has a total population of about 1,072, with approximately 557 males and 515 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 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 61.66%, with male literacy at about 69.48% and female literacy near 53.20%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meppathurai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,072 | 557 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 247 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 661 | 387 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 170 | 241 |
Connectivity of Meppathurai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meppathurai. As per the 2011 stats, Meppathurai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 7 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meppathurai
Knowing the nearby villages of Meppathurai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meppathurai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meppathurai
- Where is Meppathurai located?
- Meppathurai village is situated in Tiruvannamalai Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meppathurai?
- Meppathurai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meppathurai?
- The pincode of Meppathurai is 606802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meppathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meppathurai is 1,072, with 557 males and 515 females.
- How many households are there in Meppathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meppathurai village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meppathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meppathurai is 61.66%. The male literacy rate is 69.48%, while the female literacy rate is 53.20%.