Koovathur (South) - Andimadam, Ariyalur
Koovathur (South) is a village situated in the Andimadam taluka of Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Jayankondam and around 40 km from Ariyalur. Koovathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koovathur (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koovathur (South) is 636356. The village covers a total geographical area of 928.52 hectares and falls under the 621803 pincode. Jayankondam is the nearest town.
Koovathur (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 (South)
According to the 2011 Census, Koovathur (South) village had a total population of 5,311 people, including 2,663 males and 2,648 females, living in 1,444 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.73%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 63.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 653, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,311 | 2,663 | 2,648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 281 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 334 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,430 | 1,900 | 1,530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 763 | 1,118 |
Nearby Villages of Koovathur (South)
Koovathur (South) 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 (South)
Koovathur (South) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Koovathur (South) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ariyalur to Koovathur (South) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koovathur (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koovathur (South) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koovathur (South)
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 (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koovathur (South)
Where is Koovathur (South) located?
Koovathur (South) village is located in Andimadam Taluka, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koovathur (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Koovathur (South) is Koovathur.
What is the pincode of Koovathur (South)?
The pincode of Koovathur (South) is 621803.
What is the population of Koovathur (South)?
Koovathur (South) had a total population of 5,311, including 2,663 males and 2,648 females.
How many households are there in Koovathur (South)?
Koovathur (South) had 1,444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koovathur (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koovathur (South) was 71.73%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 63.75%.