Kilakarai
Kilakarai is a village located in Vadipatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Vadipatti (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kuttimeikkipatti is the gram panchayat of Kilakarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kilakarai unique in its vibrant Vadipatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Kilakarai’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 Kilakarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilakarai is 640751. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625501. Alankanallur is nearest town to Kilakarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kilakarai
Population of Kilakarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kilakarai has a total population of about 469, with approximately 231 males and 238 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 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 67.59%, with male literacy at about 76.19% and female literacy near 59.24%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilakarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 231 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 317 | 176 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 55 | 97 |
Connectivity of Kilakarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilakarai. As per the 2011 stats, Kilakarai 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kilakarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilakarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilakarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilakarai
- Where is Kilakarai located?
- Kilakarai village is situated in Vadipatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilakarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kilakarai is Kuttimeikkipatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kilakarai?
- The pincode of Kilakarai is 625501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilakarai is 469, with 231 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Kilakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilakarai village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilakarai is 67.59%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.24%.