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.

Kurayur has its own place in the vibrant Madurai region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kurayur

Below is a concise population overview of Kurayur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurayur village:

  • The total population of Kurayur village is around 5,362, including approximately 2,731 males and 2,631 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 573 children aged 0–6 years in Kurayur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurayur village has 1,295 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurayur village is about 63.52%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 52.26%.
  • There are around 1,415 households in Kurayur village.

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.

Kasipuram Tennamanallur Odaippatti Idayanathan Chennampatti Maruthangudi Vellakulam Karukkuvaipatti Sundarangundu Veppankulam Iluppakulam

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%.