Kulathur
Kulathur is a village located in Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Vilathikulam (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Kulathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kulathur unique in its vibrant Vilathikulam-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Kulathur’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 Kulathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kulathur is 642382. The village spans a total geographical area of 1526.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628903. Thoothukkudi is nearest town to Kulathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kulathur
Population of Kulathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kulathur has a total population of about 4,566, with approximately 2,322 males and 2,244 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 473 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 585 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 75.58%, with male literacy at about 82.60% and female literacy near 68.32%. There are around 1,287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kulathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,566 | 2,322 | 2,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 247 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 297 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,451 | 1,918 | 1,533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 404 | 711 |
Connectivity of Kulathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kulathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kulathur 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 Kulathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kulathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kulathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kulathur
- Where is Kulathur located?
- Kulathur village is situated in Vilathikulam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kulathur?
- Kulathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kulathur?
- The pincode of Kulathur is 628903, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kulathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kulathur is 4,566, with 2,322 males and 2,244 females.
- How many households are there in Kulathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kulathur village has a total of 1,287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kulathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kulathur is 75.58%. The male literacy rate is 82.60%, while the female literacy rate is 68.32%.