Kedar
Kedar is a village located in Viluppuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from Viluppuram, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kedar village. As per 2009 stats, Kedar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kedar unique in its vibrant Viluppuram region. You’ll see Kedar’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 Kedar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedar is 632896. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605402. Viluppuram is nearest town to Kedar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kedar
Population of Kedar
According to the 2011 Census, Kedar has a total population of about 5,862, with approximately 3,008 males and 2,854 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 673 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.95%, with male literacy at about 71.88% and female literacy near 59.71%. There are around 1,390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,862 | 3,008 | 2,854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 357 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,125 | 570 | 555 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,866 | 2,162 | 1,704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,996 | 846 | 1,150 |
Connectivity of Kedar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedar. As per the 2011 stats, Kedar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedar
- Where is Kedar located?
- Kedar village is situated in Viluppuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedar?
- Kedar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedar?
- The pincode of Kedar is 605402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedar is 5,862, with 3,008 males and 2,854 females.
- How many households are there in Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedar village has a total of 1,390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedar is 65.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.88%, while the female literacy rate is 59.71%.