Kalathur
Kalathur is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalathur unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Kalathur’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 Kalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalathur is 630683. The village spans a total geographical area of 958.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 652531. Panapakkam is nearest town to Kalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kalathur village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kalathur
Population of Kalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalathur has a total population of about 3,078, with approximately 1,551 males and 1,527 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,628 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.30%, with male literacy at about 79.17% and female literacy near 69.35%. There are around 689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,078 | 1,551 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 180 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,628 | 812 | 816 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,287 | 1,228 | 1,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 323 | 468 |
Connectivity of Kalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalathur 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 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalathur
- Where is Kalathur located?
- Kalathur village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalathur?
- Kalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalathur?
- The pincode of Kalathur is 652531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalathur is 3,078, with 1,551 males and 1,527 females.
- How many households are there in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalathur village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalathur is 74.30%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 69.35%.