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
According to the 2011 Census, Kelaiyur village had a total population of 554 people, including 289 males and 265 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.18%, with male literacy at 67.47% and female literacy at 40.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 549.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 289 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 554, including 289 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Kelaiyur?
Kelaiyur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelaiyur was 54.18%. Male literacy was 67.47% and female literacy was 40.50%.