Kadavur - Madurai North, Madurai
Kadavur is a village situated in the Madurai North taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madurai North and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Chathrapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadavur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadavur is 640566. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.94 hectares and falls under the 625014 pincode. A.vellalapatti is the nearest town.
Kadavur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadavur
According to the 2011 Census, Kadavur village had a total population of 1,329 people, including 668 males and 661 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 81.77% and female literacy at 56.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 1,329 | 668 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 471 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 197 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Kadavur
Kadavur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alagarmalai R.f | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Manjampatti | South | 2.23 km |
| Chathiratondaimanpatti | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Kiluvamalai R.f | West | 2.33 km |
| Usilampatti R.f | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Naickanpatti | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Saranthangi | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Poyyakaraipatti | South-East | 3.79 km |
| A.valayapatti | East | 4.05 km |
| Kallandhiri Bit 1 | South-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadavur
Public transport in the Kadavur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudalnagar, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Kadavur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadavur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadavur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kadavur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadavur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kadavur
Where is Kadavur located?
Kadavur village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadavur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadavur is Chathrapatti.
What is the pincode of Kadavur?
The pincode of Kadavur is 625014.
What is the population of Kadavur?
Kadavur had a total population of 1,329, including 668 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Kadavur?
Kadavur had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadavur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadavur was 69.35%. Male literacy was 81.77% and female literacy was 56.71%.