Keelaiyur
Keelaiyur is a village located in Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Kilvelur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Keelaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keelaiyur unique in its vibrant Kilvelur-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Keelaiyur’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 Keelaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelaiyur is 637756. The village spans a total geographical area of 715.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 611103. Thalainayar is nearest town to Keelaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keelaiyur
Population of Keelaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur has a total population of about 3,186, with approximately 1,595 males and 1,591 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,315 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 74.86%, with male literacy at about 80.88% and female literacy near 68.82%. There are around 814 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,186 | 1,595 | 1,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 172 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,315 | 658 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,290 | 1,095 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 305 | 496 |
Connectivity of Keelaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Keelaiyur 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 Keelaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Keelaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelaiyur
- Where is Keelaiyur located?
- Keelaiyur village is situated in Kilvelur Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur?
- Keelaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keelaiyur?
- The pincode of Keelaiyur is 611103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelaiyur is 3,186, with 1,595 males and 1,591 females.
- How many households are there in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur village has a total of 814 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelaiyur is 74.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 68.82%.