Kappalur
Kappalur is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kappalur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kappalur unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Kappalur’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 Kappalur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kappalur is 640943. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625706. Thirumangalam is nearest town to Kappalur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kappalur
Population of Kappalur
According to the 2011 Census, Kappalur has a total population of about 3,848, with approximately 1,913 males and 1,935 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 315 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 69.67%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 60.93%. There are around 1,026 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kappalur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,848 | 1,913 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 199 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,681 | 1,502 | 1,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 411 | 756 |
Connectivity of Kappalur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kappalur. As per the 2011 stats, Kappalur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kappalur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kappalur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kappalur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kappalur
- Where is Kappalur located?
- Kappalur village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kappalur?
- Kappalur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kappalur?
- The pincode of Kappalur is 625706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kappalur is 3,848, with 1,913 males and 1,935 females.
- How many households are there in Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kappalur village has a total of 1,026 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kappalur is 69.67%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 60.93%.