Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kovilur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kovilur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kovilur has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 631677. The village spans a total geographical area of 3679.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635703. Polur is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Kovilur
Population of Kovilur
Below is a concise population overview of Kovilur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,553 | 6,351 | 6,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,592 | 849 | 743 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 245 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10,807 | 5,438 | 5,369 |
| Literate Population | 6,072 | 3,660 | 2,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,481 | 2,691 | 3,790 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kovilur village:
- The total population of Kovilur village is around 12,553, including approximately 6,351 males and 6,202 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,592 children aged 0–6 years in Kovilur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kovilur village has 460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10,807 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kovilur village is about 48.37%, with male literacy at 57.63% and female literacy at 38.89%.
- There are around 3,141 households in Kovilur village.
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 36 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 Polur 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 635703, 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 12,553, with 6,351 males and 6,202 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 3,141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 48.37%. The male literacy rate is 57.63%, while the female literacy rate is 38.89%.