Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kovilur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kovilur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilur unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kovilur’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 Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 631407. The village spans a total geographical area of 500.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604404. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kovilur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kovilur
Population of Kovilur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilur has a total population of about 1,699, with approximately 845 males and 854 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 395 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.57%, with male literacy at about 83.67% and female literacy near 57.61%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,699 | 845 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 72 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 197 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 707 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 138 | 362 |
Connectivity of Kovilur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilur 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 42 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur
- Where is Kovilur located?
- Kovilur village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
- Kovilur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kovilur?
- The pincode of Kovilur is 604404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilur is 1,699, with 845 males and 854 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 70.57%. The male literacy rate is 83.67%, while the female literacy rate is 57.61%.