Keelaiyur

Keelaiyur is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Keelayur is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur village.

Keelaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Keelaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelaiyur is 640522. The village spans a total geographical area of 1103.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625106. Melur is nearest town to Keelaiyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Keelaiyur

Below is a concise population overview of Keelaiyur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,712 2,921 2,791
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 691 349 342
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,518 769 749
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,139 2,338 1,801
Illiterate Population 1,573 583 990

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Keelaiyur village:

  • The total population of Keelaiyur village is around 5,712, including approximately 2,921 males and 2,791 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 691 children aged 0–6 years in Keelaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keelaiyur village has 1,518 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Keelaiyur village is about 72.46%, with male literacy at 80.04% and female literacy at 64.53%.
  • There are around 1,473 households in Keelaiyur village.

Connectivity of Keelaiyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Keelaiyur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Keelaiyur

Knowing the nearby villages of Keelaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelaiyur.

Kidaripatti Ayuthapatti A Valayapatti Pudusukkampatti Navinipatti Keelavalavu Saruguvalayapatti Thanaiyamangalam Sathamangalam Surakkundu Kallampatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Keelaiyur

Where is Keelaiyur located?
Keelaiyur village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelaiyur is Keelayur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keelaiyur?
The pincode of Keelaiyur is 625106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelaiyur is 5,712, with 2,921 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur village has a total of 1,473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelaiyur is 72.46%. The male literacy rate is 80.04%, while the female literacy rate is 64.53%.