Keelakulam
Keelakulam is a village located in Mudukulathur taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mudukulathur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Keelakulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keelakulam unique in its vibrant Mudukulathur-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Keelakulam’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 Keelakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelakulam is 641966. The village spans a total geographical area of 1189.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623704. Paramakudi is nearest town to Keelakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keelakulam
Population of Keelakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Keelakulam has a total population of about 3,625, with approximately 1,837 males and 1,788 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 371 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,287 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 59.45%, with male literacy at about 70.60% and female literacy near 47.99%. There are around 899 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,625 | 1,837 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,287 | 645 | 642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,297 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 540 | 930 |
Connectivity of Keelakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Keelakulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keelakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Keelakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelakulam
- Where is Keelakulam located?
- Keelakulam village is situated in Mudukulathur Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelakulam?
- Keelakulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keelakulam?
- The pincode of Keelakulam is 623704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keelakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelakulam is 3,625, with 1,837 males and 1,788 females.
- How many households are there in Keelakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keelakulam village has a total of 899 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelakulam is 59.45%. The male literacy rate is 70.60%, while the female literacy rate is 47.99%.