Kovilanur
Kovilanur is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kovilanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilanur unique in its vibrant Virudhachalam-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Kovilanur’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 Kovilanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilanur is 637078. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606104. Mangalampettai is nearest town to Kovilanur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilanur
Population of Kovilanur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilanur has a total population of about 2,268, with approximately 1,114 males and 1,154 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 981 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 72.53%, with male literacy at about 78.55% and female literacy near 66.72%. There are around 492 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,114 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 495 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,645 | 875 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 239 | 384 |
Connectivity of Kovilanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilanur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilanur
- Where is Kovilanur located?
- Kovilanur village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilanur?
- Kovilanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kovilanur?
- The pincode of Kovilanur is 606104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilanur is 2,268, with 1,114 males and 1,154 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilanur village has a total of 492 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilanur is 72.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.55%, while the female literacy rate is 66.72%.