Kalathur
Kalathur is a village located in Maduranthakam taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Maduranthakam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalathur unique in its vibrant Maduranthakam-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Kalathur’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 Kalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalathur is 630127. The village spans a total geographical area of 478.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603307. Acharapakkam is nearest town to Kalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kalathur
Population of Kalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalathur has a total population of about 1,448, with approximately 718 males and 730 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 696 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 57.11%, with male literacy at about 67.41% and female literacy near 46.99%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,448 | 718 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 347 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 827 | 484 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 234 | 387 |
Connectivity of Kalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalathur 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 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalathur
- Where is Kalathur located?
- Kalathur village is situated in Maduranthakam Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalathur?
- Kalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalathur?
- The pincode of Kalathur is 603307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalathur is 1,448, with 718 males and 730 females.
- How many households are there in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalathur village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalathur is 57.11%. The male literacy rate is 67.41%, while the female literacy rate is 46.99%.