Kilamalai
Kilamalai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kalathur is the gram panchayat of Kilamalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kilamalai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kilamalai’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 Kilamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilamalai is 640137. The village spans a total geographical area of 800.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630108. Puduvayal Tp is nearest town to Kilamalai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kilamalai 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.
Google Map of Kilamalai
Population of Kilamalai
According to the 2011 Census, Kilamalai has a total population of about 874, with approximately 445 males and 429 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 353 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 72.54%, with male literacy at about 80.45% and female literacy near 64.34%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 874 | 445 | 429 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 173 | 180 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 634 | 358 | 276 |
Illiterate Population | 240 | 87 | 153 |
Connectivity of Kilamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Kilamalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kilamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilamalai
- Where is Kilamalai located?
- Kilamalai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilamalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kilamalai is Kalathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kilamalai?
- The pincode of Kilamalai is 630108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilamalai is 874, with 445 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Kilamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilamalai village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilamalai is 72.54%. The male literacy rate is 80.45%, while the female literacy rate is 64.34%.