Kalayur
Kalayur is a village located in Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Paramakudi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Kalayur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalayur unique in its vibrant Paramakudi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Kalayur’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 Kalayur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalayur is 641922. The village spans a total geographical area of 885.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623712. Paramakudi is nearest town to Kalayur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kalayur
Population of Kalayur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalayur has a total population of about 1,406, with approximately 712 males and 694 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,022 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 60.46%, with male literacy at about 67.28% and female literacy near 53.46%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 712 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,022 | 520 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 850 | 479 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 233 | 323 |
Connectivity of Kalayur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalayur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalayur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalayur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalayur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalayur
- Where is Kalayur located?
- Kalayur village is situated in Paramakudi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalayur?
- Kalayur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalayur?
- The pincode of Kalayur is 623712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalayur is 1,406, with 712 males and 694 females.
- How many households are there in Kalayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalayur village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalayur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalayur is 60.46%. The male literacy rate is 67.28%, while the female literacy rate is 53.46%.