Kappalur

Kappalur is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kangani is the gram panchayat of Kappalur village.

Kappalur has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga 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 Kappalur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kappalur is 640141. The village spans a total geographical area of 1355.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630311. Devakottai is nearest town to Kappalur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kappalur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kappalur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,033 1,015 1,018
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 208 97 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 652 326 326
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,398 795 603
Illiterate Population 635 220 415

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

  • The total population of Kappalur village is around 2,033, including approximately 1,015 males and 1,018 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Kappalur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kappalur village has 652 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kappalur village is about 68.77%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 59.23%.
  • There are around 476 households in Kappalur village.

Connectivity of Kappalur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kappalur. As per the 2011 stats, Kappalur 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 Kappalur

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

Kalathur Kilamalai Siruganur Naranamangalam Kandiyur Kodakkudi Madakkottai Nagamangalam Ilakkanivayal Thalaiyur Kannankottai

Frequently Asked Questions about Kappalur

Where is Kappalur located?
Kappalur village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kappalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kappalur is Kangani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kappalur?
The pincode of Kappalur is 630311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kappalur is 2,033, with 1,015 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kappalur village has a total of 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kappalur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kappalur is 68.77%. The male literacy rate is 78.33%, while the female literacy rate is 59.23%.