Kambur
Kambur is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kambur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kambur unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Kambur’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 Kambur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kambur is 640498. The village spans a total geographical area of 1364.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625101. Melur is nearest town to Kambur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kambur
Population of Kambur
According to the 2011 Census, Kambur has a total population of about 7,925, with approximately 3,998 males and 3,927 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 975 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 652 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 56.05%, with male literacy at about 66.61% and female literacy near 45.30%. There are around 1,985 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kambur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,925 | 3,998 | 3,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 975 | 512 | 463 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 339 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,442 | 2,663 | 1,779 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,483 | 1,335 | 2,148 |
Connectivity of Kambur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kambur. As per the 2011 stats, Kambur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kambur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kambur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kambur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kambur
- Where is Kambur located?
- Kambur village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kambur?
- Kambur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kambur?
- The pincode of Kambur is 625101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kambur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kambur is 7,925, with 3,998 males and 3,927 females.
- How many households are there in Kambur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kambur village has a total of 1,985 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kambur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kambur is 56.05%. The male literacy rate is 66.61%, while the female literacy rate is 45.30%.