Koovathur (North) - Andimadam, Ariyalur
Koovathur (North) is a village situated in the Andimadam taluka of Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Jayankondam and around 42 km from Ariyalur. Koovathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koovathur (North) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koovathur (North) is 636355. The village covers a total geographical area of 894.2 hectares and falls under the 621803 pincode. Jayankondam is the nearest town.
Koovathur (North) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koovathur (North)
As per Census 2011, Koovathur (North) village has a total population of 1,591 people, consisting of 799 males and 792 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koovathur (North) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 799 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 103 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 621 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 178 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Koovathur (North)
Koovathur (North) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koovathur (North)
Koovathur (North) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ariyalur to Koovathur (North) is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koovathur (North)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koovathur (North) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koovathur (North)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koovathur (North) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koovathur (North)
Where is Koovathur (North) located?
Koovathur (North) village is located in Andimadam Taluka, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koovathur (North)?
The Gram Panchayat of Koovathur (North) is Koovathur.
What is the pincode of Koovathur (North)?
The pincode of Koovathur (North) is 621803.
What is the population of Koovathur (North)?
Koovathur (North) has a total population of 1,591, including 799 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Koovathur (North)?
There are 384 households in Koovathur (North).
What is the literacy rate in Koovathur (North)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koovathur (North) is 70.90%. Male literacy is 77.72% and female literacy is 64.02%.