Kalathur
Kalathur is a village located in Kodavasal taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kodavasal (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalathur unique in its vibrant Kodavasal-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Kalathur’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 Kalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalathur is 638018. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613702. Koradacheri is nearest town to Kalathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalathur 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 Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalathur
Population of Kalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalathur has a total population of about 3,313, with approximately 1,651 males and 1,662 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,546 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 75.46%, with male literacy at about 80.74% and female literacy near 70.22%. There are around 805 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,313 | 1,651 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,546 | 786 | 760 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,500 | 1,333 | 1,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 318 | 495 |
Connectivity of Kalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalathur 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalathur
- Where is Kalathur located?
- Kalathur village is situated in Kodavasal Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalathur?
- Kalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalathur?
- The pincode of Kalathur is 613702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalathur is 3,313, with 1,651 males and 1,662 females.
- How many households are there in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalathur village has a total of 805 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalathur is 75.46%. The male literacy rate is 80.74%, while the female literacy rate is 70.22%.