Kovilankulam
Kovilankulam is a village located in Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Usilampatti (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kovilankulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilankulam unique in its vibrant Usilampatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Kovilankulam’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 Kovilankulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilankulam is 640819. The village spans a total geographical area of 1377.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626514. Usilampatti is nearest town to Kovilankulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilankulam
Population of Kovilankulam
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilankulam has a total population of about 7,584, with approximately 3,819 males and 3,765 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 762 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,470 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 68.01%, with male literacy at about 76.38% and female literacy near 59.52%. There are around 2,099 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilankulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,584 | 3,819 | 3,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 416 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,470 | 730 | 740 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,158 | 2,917 | 2,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,426 | 902 | 1,524 |
Connectivity of Kovilankulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilankulam. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilankulam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilankulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilankulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilankulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilankulam
- Where is Kovilankulam located?
- Kovilankulam village is situated in Usilampatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilankulam?
- Kovilankulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kovilankulam?
- The pincode of Kovilankulam is 626514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilankulam is 7,584, with 3,819 males and 3,765 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilankulam village has a total of 2,099 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilankulam is 68.01%. The male literacy rate is 76.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.52%.