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
As per Census 2011, Keelaiyur village has a total population of 5,712 people, consisting of 2,921 males and 2,791 females. The village has 1,473 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,139 literate and 1,573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keelaiyur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 5,712, including 2,921 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Keelaiyur?
There are 1,473 households in Keelaiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Keelaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelaiyur is 72.46%. Male literacy is 80.04% and female literacy is 64.53%.