Mangalam
Mangalam is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Viluppuram.
Here you can discover what makes Mangalam unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Mangalam’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 Mangalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangalam is 633244. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605702. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Mangalam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mangalam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mangalam
Population of Mangalam
According to the 2011 Census, Mangalam has a total population of about 3,207, with approximately 1,619 males and 1,588 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 397 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 941 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 68.07%, with male literacy at about 75.05% and female literacy near 60.96%. There are around 728 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mangalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,207 | 1,619 | 1,588 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 187 | 210 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 941 | 475 | 466 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,215 | 968 |
Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 404 | 620 |
Connectivity of Mangalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mangalam. As per the 2011 stats, Mangalam 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mangalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Mangalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mangalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mangalam
- Where is Mangalam located?
- Mangalam village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the pincode of Mangalam?
- The pincode of Mangalam is 605702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangalam is 3,207, with 1,619 males and 1,588 females.
- How many households are there in Mangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangalam village has a total of 728 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangalam is 68.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.05%, while the female literacy rate is 60.96%.