Kilamathur (South) - Kunnam, Perambalur
Kilamathur (South) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Kilumathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilamathur (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilamathur (South) is 636228. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.56 hectares and falls under the 621713 pincode. Labbaikudikadu is the nearest town.
Kilamathur (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kilamathur (South)
According to the 2011 Census, Kilamathur (South) village had a total population of 2,678 people, including 1,258 males and 1,420 females, living in 798 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.24%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 54.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,678 | 1,258 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 175 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 150 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 870 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 388 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Kilamathur (South)
Kilamathur (South) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kilamathur (South)
Kilamathur (South) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Kilamathur (South) is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilamathur (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilamathur (South) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kilamathur (South)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilamathur (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kilamathur (South)
Where is Kilamathur (South) located?
Kilamathur (South) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kilamathur (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilamathur (South) is Kilumathur.
What is the pincode of Kilamathur (South)?
The pincode of Kilamathur (South) is 621713.
What is the population of Kilamathur (South)?
Kilamathur (South) had a total population of 2,678, including 1,258 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Kilamathur (South)?
Kilamathur (South) had 798 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilamathur (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilamathur (South) was 66.24%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 54.19%.