Keeranur
Keeranur is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Keeranur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keeranur unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Keeranur’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 Keeranur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keeranur is 640561. The village spans a total geographical area of 786.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625110. Melur is nearest town to Keeranur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keeranur
Population of Keeranur
According to the 2011 Census, Keeranur has a total population of about 2,062, with approximately 1,063 males and 999 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.85%, with male literacy at about 70.65% and female literacy near 54.55%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keeranur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,062 | 1,063 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 238 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 751 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 312 | 454 |
Connectivity of Keeranur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keeranur. As per the 2011 stats, Keeranur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keeranur
Knowing the nearby villages of Keeranur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keeranur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keeranur
- Where is Keeranur located?
- Keeranur village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keeranur?
- Keeranur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keeranur?
- The pincode of Keeranur is 625110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keeranur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keeranur is 2,062, with 1,063 males and 999 females.
- How many households are there in Keeranur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keeranur village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keeranur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keeranur is 62.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.