Keelakoil Pathu - Papanasam, Thanjavur
Keelakoil Pathu is a village situated in the Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Papanasam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Keelakoilpathu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keelakoil Pathu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelakoil Pathu is 638658. The village covers a total geographical area of 603.62 hectares and falls under the 614402 pincode. Ammapettai is the nearest town.
Keelakoil Pathu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Papanasam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keelakoil Pathu
As per Census 2011, Keelakoil Pathu village has a total population of 2,756 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,413 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,883 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 940 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keelakoil Pathu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,756 | 1,343 | 1,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 940 | 469 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 1,883 | 1,011 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 332 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Keelakoil Pathu
Keelakoil Pathu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palliyur | West | 1.71 km |
| Neikunnam | North | 2.09 km |
| Deepambalpuram | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Vadapathy | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Saliyamangalam | West | 2.95 km |
| Kalancheri | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Neduvasal | East | 3.85 km |
| Viluthiyur | North | 4.35 km |
| Regunathapuram | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Milattur V Sethi | North-West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keelakoil Pathu
Keelakoil Pathu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ammapet, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Keelakoil Pathu is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keelakoil Pathu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelakoil Pathu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keelakoil Pathu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelakoil Pathu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keelakoil Pathu
Where is Keelakoil Pathu located?
Keelakoil Pathu village is located in Papanasam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelakoil Pathu?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelakoil Pathu is Keelakoilpathu.
What is the pincode of Keelakoil Pathu?
The pincode of Keelakoil Pathu is 614402.
What is the population of Keelakoil Pathu?
Keelakoil Pathu has a total population of 2,756, including 1,343 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Keelakoil Pathu?
There are 722 households in Keelakoil Pathu.
What is the literacy rate in Keelakoil Pathu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelakoil Pathu is 68.32%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 61.71%.