Kovilacheri
Kovilacheri is a village located in Kumbakonam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbakonam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Kovilacheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilacheri unique in its vibrant Kumbakonam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Kovilacheri’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 Kovilacheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilacheri is 638472. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612503. Kumbakonam is nearest town to Kovilacheri village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilacheri
Population of Kovilacheri
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilacheri has a total population of about 1,700, with approximately 842 males and 858 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 957 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 71.76%, with male literacy at about 77.20% and female literacy near 66.43%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilacheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,700 | 842 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 470 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 650 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 192 | 288 |
Connectivity of Kovilacheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilacheri. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilacheri 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilacheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilacheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilacheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilacheri
- Where is Kovilacheri located?
- Kovilacheri village is situated in Kumbakonam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilacheri?
- Kovilacheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kovilacheri?
- The pincode of Kovilacheri is 612503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilacheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilacheri is 1,700, with 842 males and 858 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilacheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilacheri village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilacheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilacheri is 71.76%. The male literacy rate is 77.20%, while the female literacy rate is 66.43%.