Kasilingapalayam - Dharapuram, Tiruppur
Kasilingapalayam is a village situated in the Dharapuram taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharapuram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Nandavanampalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasilingapalayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasilingapalayam is 644670. The village covers a total geographical area of 2383.14 hectares and falls under the 638661 pincode. Rudravathi is the nearest town.
Kasilingapalayam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasilingapalayam
As per Census 2011, Kasilingapalayam village has a total population of 4,851 people, consisting of 2,466 males and 2,385 females. The village has 1,513 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,779 literate and 2,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasilingapalayam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,851 | 2,466 | 2,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 209 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,517 | 783 | 734 |
| Literate Population | 2,779 | 1,573 | 1,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,072 | 893 | 1,179 |
Nearby Villages of Kasilingapalayam
Kasilingapalayam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kasilingapalayam
Public transport in the Kasilingapalayam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Kasilingapalayam is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasilingapalayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasilingapalayam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasilingapalayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasilingapalayam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasilingapalayam
Where is Kasilingapalayam located?
Kasilingapalayam village is located in Dharapuram Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasilingapalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasilingapalayam is Nandavanampalayam.
What is the pincode of Kasilingapalayam?
The pincode of Kasilingapalayam is 638661.
What is the population of Kasilingapalayam?
Kasilingapalayam has a total population of 4,851, including 2,466 males and 2,385 females.
How many households are there in Kasilingapalayam?
There are 1,513 households in Kasilingapalayam.
What is the literacy rate in Kasilingapalayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasilingapalayam is 57.29%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 50.57%.