Kovalai
About Kovalai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kovalai village is 631456. Kovalai village is located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kovalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kovalai village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1153.74 hectares. Kovalai has a total population of 2,320 peoples, out of which male population is 1,175 while female population is 1,145. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kovalai village is 58.62% out of which 66.72% males and 50.31% females are literate. There are about 567 houses in kovalai village. Pincode of kovalai village locality is 604403.
When it comes to administration, Kovalai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kovalai village comes under Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Vandavasi is nearest town to kovalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kovalai
The population details of Kovalai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,320 | 1,175 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 784 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 391 | 569 |
Connectivity of Kovalai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 22 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kovalai
Where is Kovalai located?
Kovalai village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kovalai?
Kovalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kovalai?
The pincode of Kovalai is 604403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kovalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovalai is 2,320, with 1,175 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Kovalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kovalai village has a total of 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kovalai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovalai is 58.62%. The male literacy rate is 66.72%, while the female literacy rate is 50.31%.