Keelaiyur - Melur, Madurai
Keelaiyur is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Keelayur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keelaiyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelaiyur is 640522. The village covers a total geographical area of 1103.74 hectares and falls under the 625106 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Keelaiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keelaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur village had a total population of 5,712 people, including 2,921 males and 2,791 females, living in 1,473 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.43%, with male literacy at 90.90% and female literacy at 73.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,518.
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 | 5,712 | 2,921 | 2,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 349 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,518 | 769 | 749 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,139 | 2,338 | 1,801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 583 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Keelaiyur
Keelaiyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navinipatti | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Sathamangalam | South | 3.02 km |
| Thanaiyamangalam | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Attappatti | North | 3.56 km |
| Saruguvalayapatti | East | 3.64 km |
| Keelavalavu | East | 3.78 km |
| Thumbaipatti | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Vannanparaipatti | South | 4.74 km |
| Melur | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Vellalur | South | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keelaiyur
Keelaiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sivaganga, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Keelaiyur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keelaiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelaiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keelaiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelaiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keelaiyur
Where is Keelaiyur located?
Keelaiyur village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelaiyur is Keelayur.
What is the pincode of Keelaiyur?
The pincode of Keelaiyur is 625106.
What is the population of Keelaiyur?
Keelaiyur had a total population of 5,712, including 2,921 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Keelaiyur?
Keelaiyur had 1,473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keelaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelaiyur was 82.43%. Male literacy was 90.90% and female literacy was 73.54%.