Kalavay
Kalavay is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalavay village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melkalavai is the gram panchayat of Kalavay village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalavay unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Kalavay’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 Kalavay
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalavay is 632384. The village spans a total geographical area of 420.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604202. Gingee is nearest town to Kalavay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kalavay
Population of Kalavay
According to the 2011 Census, Kalavay has a total population of about 2,157, with approximately 1,054 males and 1,103 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 615 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 193. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.90%, with male literacy at about 64.04% and female literacy near 52.04%. There are around 488 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalavay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,157 | 1,054 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 136 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 315 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 675 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 379 | 529 |
Connectivity of Kalavay
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalavay. As per the 2011 stats, Kalavay 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 27 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalavay
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalavay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalavay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalavay
- Where is Kalavay located?
- Kalavay village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalavay?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalavay is Melkalavai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalavay?
- The pincode of Kalavay is 604202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalavay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalavay is 2,157, with 1,054 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Kalavay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalavay village has a total of 488 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalavay as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalavay is 57.90%. The male literacy rate is 64.04%, while the female literacy rate is 52.04%.