Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Dindigul taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from Dindigul, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kovilur village. As per 2009 stats, M M Kovilur is the gram panchayat of Kovilur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilur unique in its vibrant Dindigul region. You’ll see Kovilur’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 Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 635358. The village spans a total geographical area of 717.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624005. Dindigul is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilur
Population of Kovilur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilur has a total population of about 2,022, with approximately 1,002 males and 1,020 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 533 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 73.89%, with male literacy at about 79.94% and female literacy near 67.94%. There are around 496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,022 | 1,002 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 266 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 801 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 201 | 327 |
Connectivity of Kovilur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur
- Where is Kovilur located?
- Kovilur village is situated in Dindigul Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kovilur is M M Kovilur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kovilur?
- The pincode of Kovilur is 624005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilur is 2,022, with 1,002 males and 1,020 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 73.89%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 67.94%.