Kilayur
Kilayur is a village located in Alangudi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Alangudi (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Senthakudy is the gram panchayat of Kilayur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kilayur unique in its vibrant Alangudi-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Kilayur’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 Kilayur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilayur is 639642. The village spans a total geographical area of 547.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622201. Arimalam is nearest town to Kilayur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kilayur
Population of Kilayur
According to the 2011 Census, Kilayur has a total population of about 2,051, with approximately 986 males and 1,065 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 349 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 68.89%, with male literacy at about 77.38% and female literacy near 61.03%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,051 | 986 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 134 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 177 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 763 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 223 | 415 |
Connectivity of Kilayur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilayur. As per the 2011 stats, Kilayur 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 Kilayur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilayur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilayur
- Where is Kilayur located?
- Kilayur village is situated in Alangudi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilayur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kilayur is Senthakudy (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kilayur?
- The pincode of Kilayur is 622201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilayur is 2,051, with 986 males and 1,065 females.
- How many households are there in Kilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilayur village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilayur is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 61.03%.