Keelaselvanur - Kadaladi, Ramanathapuram
Keelaselvanur is a village situated in the Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadaladi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Keelaselvanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelaselvanur is 642064. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.54 hectares and falls under the 623703 pincode. Sayalkudi is the nearest town.
Keelaselvanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keelaselvanur
As per Census 2011, Keelaselvanur village has a total population of 1,976 people, consisting of 1,021 males and 955 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keelaselvanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,976 | 1,021 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 401 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 724 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 297 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Keelaselvanur
Keelaselvanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Orivayal | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Melaselvanur | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Melakidaram | South | 3.58 km |
| Meenangudi | West | 5.07 km |
| Keelakidaram | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Keerandai | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Marandai | North | 5.99 km |
| Thanichiyam | East | 6.98 km |
| Melachirupodhu | North | 7.02 km |
| Sendaneri | North | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keelaselvanur
Keelaselvanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| 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 Ramanathapuram to Keelaselvanur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keelaselvanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelaselvanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keelaselvanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelaselvanur 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 Keelaselvanur
Where is Keelaselvanur located?
Keelaselvanur village is located in Kadaladi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelaselvanur?
Keelaselvanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keelaselvanur?
The pincode of Keelaselvanur is 623703.
What is the population of Keelaselvanur?
Keelaselvanur has a total population of 1,976, including 1,021 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Keelaselvanur?
There are 459 households in Keelaselvanur.
What is the literacy rate in Keelaselvanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelaselvanur is 64.12%. Male literacy is 70.91% and female literacy is 56.86%.