Marakonam
Marakonam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Marakonam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Merakonam is the gram panchayat of Marakonam village.
Here you can discover what makes Marakonam unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Marakonam’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 Marakonam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marakonam is 632279. The village spans a total geographical area of 429.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604208. Sethupet is nearest town to Marakonam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Marakonam
Population of Marakonam
According to the 2011 Census, Marakonam has a total population of about 1,856, with approximately 931 males and 925 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 527 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.18%, with male literacy at about 76.69% and female literacy near 61.62%. There are around 423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marakonam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,856 | 931 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 265 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 714 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 217 | 355 |
Connectivity of Marakonam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marakonam. As per the 2011 stats, Marakonam 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 54 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marakonam
Knowing the nearby villages of Marakonam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marakonam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marakonam
- Where is Marakonam located?
- Marakonam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marakonam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marakonam is Merakonam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marakonam?
- The pincode of Marakonam is 604208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marakonam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marakonam is 1,856, with 931 males and 925 females.
- How many households are there in Marakonam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marakonam village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marakonam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marakonam is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 61.62%.