Kaliyam
Kaliyam is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kaliyam village respectively.
Here you can discover what makes Kaliyam unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kaliyam’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 Kaliyam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaliyam is 631711. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606803. Polur is nearest town to Kaliyam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kaliyam 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 Polur 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 Kaliyam
Population of Kaliyam
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliyam has a total population of about 2,826, with approximately 1,424 males and 1,402 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,992 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 60.93%, with male literacy at about 71.63% and female literacy near 50.07%. There are around 632 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaliyam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,826 | 1,424 | 1,402 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 139 | 124 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,992 | 1,016 | 976 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,722 | 1,020 | 702 |
Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 404 | 700 |
Connectivity of Kaliyam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaliyam. As per the 2011 stats, Kaliyam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 6 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaliyam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaliyam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaliyam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaliyam
- Where is Kaliyam located?
- Kaliyam village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the pincode of Kaliyam?
- The pincode of Kaliyam is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaliyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaliyam is 2,826, with 1,424 males and 1,402 females.
- How many households are there in Kaliyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaliyam village has a total of 632 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaliyam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaliyam is 60.93%. The male literacy rate is 71.63%, while the female literacy rate is 50.07%.