Kovilur

Kovilur is a village located in Yercaud taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Yercaud (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Maramangalam is the gram panchayat of Kovilur village.

Kovilur has its own place in the vibrant Salem region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kovilur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 634087. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636601. Salem is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kovilur

Below is a concise population overview of Kovilur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 625 313 312
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 41 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 619 309 310
Literate Population 206 129 77
Illiterate Population 419 184 235

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kovilur village:

  • The total population of Kovilur village is around 625, including approximately 313 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Kovilur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kovilur village has 619 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kovilur village is about 32.96%, with male literacy at 41.21% and female literacy at 24.68%.
  • There are around 158 households in Kovilur village.

Connectivity of Kovilur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kovilur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilur.

Pudur Mangalam Veppadi Puliyampatti Sengalathu Padi Kombu Thukki Anakkadu Mettur Solambadi Nallur Melur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur

Where is Kovilur located?
Kovilur village is situated in Yercaud Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kovilur is Maramangalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kovilur?
The pincode of Kovilur is 636601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilur is 625, with 313 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 32.96%. The male literacy rate is 41.21%, while the female literacy rate is 24.68%.