Keelakurichi Village Overview
Keelakurichi is a village in Virudhachalam tehsil of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 35 km from Virudhachalam tehsil headquarters and around 95 km from Cuddalore district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Keelkurichi is the Gram Panchayat for Keelakurichi village.
The sections below provide essential information about Keelakurichi village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelakurichi is 637105. The village covers a geographical area of 334.2 hectares and has a pincode of 606204. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
Location Map of Keelakurichi
Population & Demographics of Keelakurichi
This section provides population and demographic details of Keelakurichi village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 763 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 89 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 255 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 832 | 513 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 250 | 376 |
Key population details of Keelakurichi village are given below:
- Keelakurichi village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,458, including approximately 763 males and 695 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 475 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Keelakurichi village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 57.06%.
- There are around 375 households in Keelakurichi village.
Transport & Connectivity of Keelakurichi
Transport facilities help residents of Keelakurichi village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keelakurichi
The following villages are located close to Keelakurichi and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelakurichi
- Where is Keelakurichi located?
- Keelakurichi village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelakurichi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keelakurichi is Keelkurichi (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Keelakurichi?
- The pincode of Keelakurichi is 606204.
- What is the population of Keelakurichi?
- Keelakurichi has a total population of 1,458, including 763 males and 695 females.
- How many households are there in Keelakurichi?
- There are 375 households in Keelakurichi.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelakurichi?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelakurichi is 57.06%. Male literacy is 67.23% and female literacy is 45.90%.