Kelaiyur - Yercaud, Salem
Kelaiyur is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Maramangalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelaiyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelaiyur is 634119. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.05 hectares and falls under the 636601 pincode. Salem is the nearest town.
Kelaiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelaiyur
As per Census 2011, Kelaiyur village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 289 males and 265 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 549 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelaiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 289 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 288 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 168 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 121 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Kelaiyur
Kelaiyur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kelaiyur
Kelaiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Kelaiyur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelaiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelaiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelaiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelaiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kelaiyur
Where is Kelaiyur located?
Kelaiyur village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelaiyur is Maramangalam.
What is the pincode of Kelaiyur?
The pincode of Kelaiyur is 636601.
What is the population of Kelaiyur?
Kelaiyur has a total population of 554, including 289 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Kelaiyur?
There are 147 households in Kelaiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Kelaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelaiyur is 48.01%. Male literacy is 58.13% and female literacy is 36.98%.