Kilkothur
Kilkothur is a village located in Vellore taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore is the district & sub-district headquarter of Kilkothur village. As per 2009 stats, Kilkothur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kilkothur unique in its vibrant Vellore region. You’ll see Kilkothur’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 Kilkothur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilkothur is 630856. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632103. Odugathur is nearest town to Kilkothur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kilkothur 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 Anaikattu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kilkothur
Population of Kilkothur
According to the 2011 Census, Kilkothur has a total population of about 4,497, with approximately 2,246 males and 2,251 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 527 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 400 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 137. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.48%, with male literacy at about 64.69% and female literacy near 46.29%. There are around 1,092 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilkothur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,497 | 2,246 | 2,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 276 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 197 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 2,495 | 1,453 | 1,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 793 | 1,209 |
Connectivity of Kilkothur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilkothur. As per the 2011 stats, Kilkothur 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 23 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kilkothur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilkothur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilkothur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilkothur
- Where is Kilkothur located?
- Kilkothur village is situated in Vellore Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilkothur?
- Kilkothur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kilkothur?
- The pincode of Kilkothur is 632103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilkothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilkothur is 4,497, with 2,246 males and 2,251 females.
- How many households are there in Kilkothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilkothur village has a total of 1,092 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilkothur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilkothur is 55.48%. The male literacy rate is 64.69%, while the female literacy rate is 46.29%.