Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Koviloor is the gram panchayat of Kovilur village.
Kovilur 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 Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 640086. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630307. Karaikudi is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kovilur 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 Kovilur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,287 | 2,168 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 281 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 277 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,949 | 1,603 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 565 | 773 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kovilur village:
- The total population of Kovilur village is around 4,287, including approximately 2,168 males and 2,119 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 507 children aged 0–6 years in Kovilur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kovilur village has 535 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kovilur village is about 68.79%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 63.52%.
- There are around 1,116 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur
- Where is Kovilur located?
- Kovilur village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kovilur is Koviloor (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 630307, 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 4,287, with 2,168 males and 2,119 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 1,116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 68.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.94%, while the female literacy rate is 63.52%.