Keelapattam
Keelapattam is a village located in Palayamkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from Tirunelveli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Keelapattam village. As per 2009 stats, Keelapattam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keelapattam unique in its vibrant Palayamkottai-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Keelapattam’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 Keelapattam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelapattam is 642888. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627351. Tirunelveli is nearest town to Keelapattam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Keelapattam
Population of Keelapattam
According to the 2011 Census, Keelapattam has a total population of about 2,365, with approximately 1,163 males and 1,202 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 948 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 67.06%, with male literacy at about 74.29% and female literacy near 60.07%. There are around 615 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keelapattam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,365 | 1,163 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 948 | 465 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,586 | 864 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 299 | 480 |
Connectivity of Keelapattam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keelapattam. As per the 2011 stats, Keelapattam 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 Keelapattam
Knowing the nearby villages of Keelapattam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keelapattam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keelapattam
- Where is Keelapattam located?
- Keelapattam village is situated in Palayamkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keelapattam?
- Keelapattam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keelapattam?
- The pincode of Keelapattam is 627351, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keelapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelapattam is 2,365, with 1,163 males and 1,202 females.
- How many households are there in Keelapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keelapattam village has a total of 615 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keelapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelapattam is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 60.07%.