Kalathur
About Kalathur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalathur village is 640078. Kalathur village is located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 873.12 hectares. Kalathur has a total population of 1,439 peoples, out of which male population is 716 while female population is 723. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalathur village is 59.90% out of which 68.85% males and 51.04% females are literate. There are about 338 houses in kalathur village. Pincode of kalathur village locality is 630108.
When it comes to administration, Kalathur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalathur village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Puduvayal is nearest town to kalathur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kalathur
The population details of Kalathur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 716 | 723 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 308 | 146 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 862 | 493 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 223 | 354 |
Connectivity of Kalathur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalathur
Where is Kalathur located?
Kalathur village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalathur?
Kalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalathur?
The pincode of Kalathur is 630108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalathur is 1,439, with 716 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalathur village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalathur is 59.90%. The male literacy rate is 68.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.04%.