Kovilur
About Kovilur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kovilur village is 640086. Kovilur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 506.52 hectares. Kovilur has a total population of 4,287 peoples, out of which male population is 2,168 while female population is 2,119. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kovilur village is 68.79% out of which 73.94% males and 63.52% females are literate. There are about 1,116 houses in kovilur village. Pincode of kovilur village locality is 630307.
When it comes to administration, Kovilur 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, Kovilur village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Karaikudi is nearest town to kovilur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kovilur
The population details of Kovilur 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 | 4,287 | 2,168 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 507 | 281 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 535 | 277 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,949 | 1,603 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 565 | 773 |
Connectivity of Kovilur
| 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 |
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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%.