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.

Here you can discover what makes Keelaiyur unique in its vibrant Sirkali-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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Keelaiyur has a total population of about 8,870, with approximately 4,447 males and 4,423 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,058 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,741 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.32%, with male literacy at about 73.60% and female literacy near 59.01%. There are around 2,215 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.

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

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 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%.