Keelnilavur - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Keelnilavur is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 70 km from Sankarapuram and around 135 km from Viluppuram. Innadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keelnilavur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelnilavur is 633299. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.8 hectares and falls under the 606209 pincode. Vadakanandal is the nearest town.
Keelnilavur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keelnilavur
According to the 2011 Census, Keelnilavur village had a total population of 377 people, including 179 males and 198 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.75%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 377 | 179 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 173 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 87 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 92 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Keelnilavur
Keelnilavur 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 Keelnilavur
Public transport in the Keelnilavur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Keelnilavur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keelnilavur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelnilavur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keelnilavur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelnilavur 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 Keelnilavur
Where is Keelnilavur located?
Keelnilavur village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keelnilavur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelnilavur is Innadu.
What is the pincode of Keelnilavur?
The pincode of Keelnilavur is 606209.
What is the population of Keelnilavur?
Keelnilavur had a total population of 377, including 179 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Keelnilavur?
Keelnilavur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keelnilavur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelnilavur was 45.75%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 33.33%.