Keelanatham
Keelanatham is a village located in Palayamkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from Tirunelveli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Keelanatham village. As per 2009 stats, Keelanatham village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keelanatham unique in its vibrant Palayamkottai-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Keelanatham’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 Keelanatham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelanatham is 642892. The village spans a total geographical area of 897.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627353. Tirunelveli is nearest town to Keelanatham village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keelanatham
Population of Keelanatham
According to the 2011 Census, Keelanatham has a total population of about 11,570, with approximately 5,754 males and 5,816 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,729 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.27%, with male literacy at about 86.62% and female literacy near 81.95%. There are around 3,013 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelanatham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,570 | 5,754 | 5,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 555 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,729 | 882 | 847 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 9,750 | 4,984 | 4,766 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,820 | 770 | 1,050 |
Connectivity of Keelanatham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelanatham. As per the 2011 stats, Keelanatham 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 Keelanatham
Knowing the nearby villages of Keelanatham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelanatham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelanatham
- Where is Keelanatham located?
- Keelanatham village is situated in Palayamkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelanatham?
- Keelanatham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keelanatham?
- The pincode of Keelanatham is 627353, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keelanatham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelanatham is 11,570, with 5,754 males and 5,816 females.
- How many households are there in Keelanatham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keelanatham village has a total of 3,013 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelanatham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelanatham is 84.27%. The male literacy rate is 86.62%, while the female literacy rate is 81.95%.