Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Gandarvakkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kovilur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Gandarvakottai is the gram panchayat of Kovilur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilur unique in its vibrant Gandarvakkottai-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Kovilur’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 Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 639384. The village spans a total geographical area of 880.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613301. Vallam is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilur
Population of Kovilur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilur has a total population of about 9,543, with approximately 4,709 males and 4,834 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,117 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.35%, with male literacy at about 76.70% and female literacy near 66.14%. There are around 2,236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,543 | 4,709 | 4,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,110 | 566 | 544 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,117 | 1,006 | 1,111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,809 | 3,612 | 3,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,734 | 1,097 | 1,637 |
Connectivity of Kovilur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilur 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 Kovilur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur
- Where is Kovilur located?
- Kovilur village is situated in Gandarvakkottai Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kovilur is Gandarvakottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kovilur?
- The pincode of Kovilur is 613301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilur is 9,543, with 4,709 males and 4,834 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 2,236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 71.35%. The male literacy rate is 76.70%, while the female literacy rate is 66.14%.