Kovilporaiyur
Kovilporaiyur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kovilporaiyur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kovilporaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilporaiyur unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Kovilporaiyur’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 Kovilporaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilporaiyur is 632316. The village spans a total geographical area of 849.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604201. Kilpennathur is nearest town to Kovilporaiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kovilporaiyur
Population of Kovilporaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilporaiyur has a total population of about 4,127, with approximately 2,007 males and 2,120 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 410 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 514 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.63%, with male literacy at about 72.80% and female literacy near 54.95%. There are around 1,023 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilporaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,127 | 2,007 | 2,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 203 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 260 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,626 | 1,461 | 1,165 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 546 | 955 |
Connectivity of Kovilporaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilporaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilporaiyur 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 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilporaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilporaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilporaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilporaiyur
- Where is Kovilporaiyur located?
- Kovilporaiyur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilporaiyur?
- Kovilporaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kovilporaiyur?
- The pincode of Kovilporaiyur is 604201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilporaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilporaiyur is 4,127, with 2,007 males and 2,120 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilporaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilporaiyur village has a total of 1,023 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilporaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilporaiyur is 63.63%. The male literacy rate is 72.80%, while the female literacy rate is 54.95%.