Kadalaiyur
Kadalaiyur is a village located in Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ettayapuram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Kadalaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kadalaiyur unique in its vibrant Ettayapuram-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Kadalaiyur’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 Kadalaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kadalaiyur is 642260. The village spans a total geographical area of 909.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628725. Kovilpatti is nearest town to Kadalaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kadalaiyur
Population of Kadalaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kadalaiyur has a total population of about 3,857, with approximately 1,934 males and 1,923 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 403 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 315 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 72.08%, with male literacy at about 78.80% and female literacy near 65.31%. There are around 1,139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kadalaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,857 | 1,934 | 1,923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 210 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 154 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,780 | 1,524 | 1,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 410 | 667 |
Connectivity of Kadalaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kadalaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kadalaiyur 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 Kadalaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kadalaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kadalaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kadalaiyur
- Where is Kadalaiyur located?
- Kadalaiyur village is situated in Ettayapuram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kadalaiyur?
- Kadalaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kadalaiyur?
- The pincode of Kadalaiyur is 628725, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kadalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kadalaiyur is 3,857, with 1,934 males and 1,923 females.
- How many households are there in Kadalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kadalaiyur village has a total of 1,139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kadalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kadalaiyur is 72.08%. The male literacy rate is 78.80%, while the female literacy rate is 65.31%.