Mangalam
Mangalam is a village located in Sivakasi taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sivakasi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, Rengapalayam is the gram panchayat of Mangalam village.
Here you can discover what makes Mangalam unique in its vibrant Sivakasi-Virudhunagar 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 641272. The village spans a total geographical area of 2088.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626138. Sivakasi is nearest town to Mangalam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mangalam
Population of Mangalam
According to the 2011 Census, Mangalam has a total population of about 7,105, with approximately 3,594 males and 3,511 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 714 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,059 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 66.42%, with male literacy at about 74.26% and female literacy near 58.39%. There are around 1,957 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,105 | 3,594 | 3,511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 367 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,059 | 1,018 | 1,041 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,719 | 2,669 | 2,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 925 | 1,461 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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 Sivakasi Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mangalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mangalam is Rengapalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mangalam?
- The pincode of Mangalam is 626138, 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 7,105, with 3,594 males and 3,511 females.
- How many households are there in Mangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangalam village has a total of 1,957 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangalam is 66.42%. The male literacy rate is 74.26%, while the female literacy rate is 58.39%.