Vilathur
Vilathur is a village located in Manamadurai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Manamadurai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Vilathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vilathur unique in its vibrant Manamadurai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Vilathur’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 Vilathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vilathur is 640406. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630610. Manamadurai is nearest town to Vilathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Vilathur 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 Manamadurai 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 Vilathur
Population of Vilathur
According to the 2011 Census, Vilathur has a total population of about 1,169, with approximately 585 males and 584 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 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 61.59%, with male literacy at about 75.04% and female literacy near 48.12%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vilathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 585 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 720 | 439 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 146 | 303 |
Connectivity of Vilathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vilathur. As per the 2011 stats, Vilathur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vilathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vilathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vilathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vilathur
- Where is Vilathur located?
- Vilathur village is situated in Manamadurai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vilathur?
- Vilathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vilathur?
- The pincode of Vilathur is 630610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vilathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vilathur is 1,169, with 585 males and 584 females.
- How many households are there in Vilathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vilathur village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vilathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vilathur is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.04%, while the female literacy rate is 48.12%.