Kelur
Kelur is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kelur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kelur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelur unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kelur’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 Kelur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelur is 631692. The village spans a total geographical area of 475.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606907. Polur is nearest town to Kelur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelur 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 Kelur
Population of Kelur
According to the 2011 Census, Kelur has a total population of about 2,508, with approximately 1,221 males and 1,287 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.53%, with male literacy at about 79.93% and female literacy near 61.62%. There are around 627 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,508 | 1,221 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,769 | 976 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 245 | 494 |
Connectivity of Kelur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelur. As per the 2011 stats, Kelur 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 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 11 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelur
- Where is Kelur located?
- Kelur village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelur?
- Kelur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelur?
- The pincode of Kelur is 606907, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelur is 2,508, with 1,221 males and 1,287 females.
- How many households are there in Kelur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelur village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelur is 70.53%. The male literacy rate is 79.93%, while the female literacy rate is 61.62%.