Koovathur
Koovathur is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Koovathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Koovathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Koovathur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Koovathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koovathur is 630166. The village spans a total geographical area of 611.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603305. Kalpakkam is nearest town to Koovathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Koovathur
Population of Koovathur
Below is a concise population overview of Koovathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,534 | 2,272 | 2,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 254 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,787 | 871 | 916 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 3,201 | 1,728 | 1,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 544 | 789 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Koovathur village:
- The total population of Koovathur village is around 4,534, including approximately 2,272 males and 2,262 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 487 children aged 0–6 years in Koovathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Koovathur village has 1,787 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Koovathur village is about 70.60%, with male literacy at 76.06% and female literacy at 65.12%.
- There are around 1,127 households in Koovathur village.
Connectivity of Koovathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koovathur. As per the 2011 stats, Koovathur 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 40 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Koovathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Koovathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koovathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koovathur
- Where is Koovathur located?
- Koovathur village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koovathur?
- Koovathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Koovathur?
- The pincode of Koovathur is 603305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Koovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koovathur is 4,534, with 2,272 males and 2,262 females.
- How many households are there in Koovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koovathur village has a total of 1,127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koovathur is 70.60%. The male literacy rate is 76.06%, while the female literacy rate is 65.12%.