Keelamathur
Keelamathur is a village located in Madurai South taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Madurai South (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Keelamathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keelamathur unique in its vibrant Madurai South-Madurai region. You’ll see Keelamathur’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 Keelamathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelamathur is 641013. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625234. Madurai is nearest town to Keelamathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keelamathur
Population of Keelamathur
According to the 2011 Census, Keelamathur has a total population of about 2,089, with approximately 1,055 males and 1,034 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 531 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 71.28%, with male literacy at about 78.10% and female literacy near 64.31%. There are around 588 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelamathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,089 | 1,055 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 261 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 824 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 231 | 369 |
Connectivity of Keelamathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelamathur. As per the 2011 stats, Keelamathur 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 Keelamathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Keelamathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelamathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelamathur
- Where is Keelamathur located?
- Keelamathur village is situated in Madurai South Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelamathur?
- Keelamathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keelamathur?
- The pincode of Keelamathur is 625234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keelamathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelamathur is 2,089, with 1,055 males and 1,034 females.
- How many households are there in Keelamathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keelamathur village has a total of 588 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelamathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelamathur is 71.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.10%, while the female literacy rate is 64.31%.