Keeranur - Rasipuram, Namakkal
Keeranur is a village situated in the Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasipuram and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Thottiyavalasu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keeranur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keeranur is 634481. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.43 hectares and falls under the 636203 pincode. Athanur is the nearest town.
Keeranur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasipuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keeranur
As per Census 2011, Keeranur village has a total population of 5,818 people, consisting of 3,569 males and 2,249 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 630 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,668 literate and 1,150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 217 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keeranur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,818 | 3,569 | 2,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,309 | 673 | 636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 4,668 | 3,091 | 1,577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,150 | 478 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Keeranur
Keeranur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malaiyampalayam | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Kuttaladampatti | East | 2.10 km |
| Kumarapalayam | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Pallavanaickenpatti | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Athanur | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Thengalpalayam | South | 3.06 km |
| Pallitherupatti | North | 3.55 km |
| Annamalaipatti | West | 3.88 km |
| Alampatti | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Mallur | North-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keeranur
Keeranur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neykkarapatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Keeranur is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keeranur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keeranur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keeranur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keeranur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keeranur
Where is Keeranur located?
Keeranur village is located in Rasipuram Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keeranur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keeranur is Thottiyavalasu.
What is the pincode of Keeranur?
The pincode of Keeranur is 636203.
What is the population of Keeranur?
Keeranur has a total population of 5,818, including 3,569 males and 2,249 females.
How many households are there in Keeranur?
There are 721 households in Keeranur.
What is the literacy rate in Keeranur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keeranur is 80.23%. Male literacy is 86.61% and female literacy is 70.12%.