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.
Here you can discover what makes Keelaiyur unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Keelaiyur’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 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.
Google Map of Keelaiyur
Population of Keelaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur has a total population of about 5,712, with approximately 2,921 males and 2,791 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 691 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,518 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 72.46%, with male literacy at about 80.04% and female literacy near 64.53%. There are around 1,473 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.