Kovilur
Kovilur is a village located in Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapalayam (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, South Devadhanam is the gram panchayat of Kovilur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kovilur unique in its vibrant Rajapalayam-Virudhunagar region. You’ll see Kovilur’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 Kovilur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovilur is 641196. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626145. Sethur is nearest town to Kovilur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kovilur
Population of Kovilur
According to the 2011 Census, Kovilur has a total population of about 1,677, with approximately 846 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.52%, with male literacy at about 84.04% and female literacy near 70.88%. There are around 476 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovilur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 846 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 711 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 135 | 242 |
Connectivity of Kovilur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovilur. As per the 2011 stats, Kovilur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovilur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovilur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovilur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovilur
- Where is Kovilur located?
- Kovilur village is situated in Rajapalayam Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovilur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kovilur is South Devadhanam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kovilur?
- The pincode of Kovilur is 626145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovilur is 1,677, with 846 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovilur village has a total of 476 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovilur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovilur is 77.52%. The male literacy rate is 84.04%, while the female literacy rate is 70.88%.