Kurayur
Kurayur is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kurayur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurayur unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Kurayur’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 Kurayur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurayur is 640998. The village spans a total geographical area of 1544.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625701. Kariapatti is nearest town to Kurayur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurayur
Population of Kurayur
According to the 2011 Census, Kurayur has a total population of about 5,362, with approximately 2,731 males and 2,631 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 573 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,295 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 63.52%, with male literacy at about 74.37% and female literacy near 52.26%. There are around 1,415 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,362 | 2,731 | 2,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 308 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,295 | 647 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,406 | 2,031 | 1,375 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 700 | 1,256 |
Connectivity of Kurayur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurayur. As per the 2011 stats, Kurayur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurayur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurayur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurayur
- Where is Kurayur located?
- Kurayur village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurayur?
- Kurayur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurayur?
- The pincode of Kurayur is 625701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurayur is 5,362, with 2,731 males and 2,631 females.
- How many households are there in Kurayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurayur village has a total of 1,415 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurayur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurayur is 63.52%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 52.26%.