Kozhaiyur
Kozhaiyur is a village located in Kuthalam taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kuthalam (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Kozhaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kozhaiyur unique in its vibrant Kuthalam-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Kozhaiyur’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 Kozhaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kozhaiyur is 637534. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609805. Mayiladuthurai is nearest town to Kozhaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kozhaiyur
Population of Kozhaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kozhaiyur has a total population of about 1,668, with approximately 818 males and 850 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 950 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 71.52%, with male literacy at about 77.26% and female literacy near 66.00%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kozhaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,668 | 818 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 950 | 469 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 632 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 186 | 289 |
Connectivity of Kozhaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kozhaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kozhaiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kozhaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kozhaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kozhaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kozhaiyur
- Where is Kozhaiyur located?
- Kozhaiyur village is situated in Kuthalam Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kozhaiyur?
- Kozhaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kozhaiyur?
- The pincode of Kozhaiyur is 609805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kozhaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kozhaiyur is 1,668, with 818 males and 850 females.
- How many households are there in Kozhaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kozhaiyur village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kozhaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kozhaiyur is 71.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.26%, while the female literacy rate is 66.00%.