Pilar

Pilar is a village located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Koothaloor is the gram panchayat of Pilar village.

Pilar 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 Pilar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pilar is 640104. The village spans a total geographical area of 579.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630305. Karaikudi is nearest town to Pilar village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Pilar village comes under Sivaganga assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Pilar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 782 363 419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 46 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 60 76
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 438 235 203
Illiterate Population 344 128 216

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

  • The total population of Pilar village is around 782, including approximately 363 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 1154 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Pilar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pilar village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pilar village is about 56.01%, with male literacy at 64.74% and female literacy at 48.45%.
  • There are around 215 households in Pilar village.

Connectivity of Pilar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pilar. As per the 2011 stats, Pilar 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pilar

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

Kiranippatti Koothalur Variyanvayal Sethurengunathpattanam Kallupatti Devapattu Kallal Sambanur Alavilanpatti Aranmanaisiruvayal Kurudampattu

Frequently Asked Questions about Pilar

Where is Pilar located?
Pilar village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pilar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pilar is Koothaloor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pilar?
The pincode of Pilar is 630305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pilar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pilar is 782, with 363 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Pilar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pilar village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pilar is 56.01%. The male literacy rate is 64.74%, while the female literacy rate is 48.45%.