Keelaiyur

Keelaiyur is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Poombuhar is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur village.

Keelaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 Keelaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelaiyur is 637438. The village spans a total geographical area of 896.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609105. Sirkali is nearest town to Keelaiyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Keelaiyur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,870 4,447 4,423
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,058 550 508
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,741 842 899
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 20 9 11
Literate Population 5,883 3,273 2,610
Illiterate Population 2,987 1,174 1,813

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

  • The total population of Keelaiyur village is around 8,870, including approximately 4,447 males and 4,423 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,058 children aged 0–6 years in Keelaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keelaiyur village has 1,741 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Keelaiyur village is about 66.32%, with male literacy at 73.60% and female literacy at 59.01%.
  • There are around 2,215 households in Keelaiyur village.

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.

Kathiruppu Sembathaniruppu Nangur Radhanallur Thiruvengadu Manigramam Melaiyur Vanagiri Siddamalli Kurichi Kaduvangudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Keelaiyur

Where is Keelaiyur located?
Keelaiyur village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelaiyur is Poombuhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keelaiyur?
The pincode of Keelaiyur is 609105, 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 8,870, with 4,447 males and 4,423 females.
How many households are there in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur village has a total of 2,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keelaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelaiyur is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 73.60%, while the female literacy rate is 59.01%.