Keelachembur - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Keelachembur is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Minakkulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keelachembur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelachembur is 641568. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.28 hectares and falls under the 626129 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Keelachembur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keelachembur
As per Census 2011, Keelachembur village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 110 males and 111 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keelachembur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 36 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Keelachembur
Keelachembur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadambankulam | West | 1.06 km |
| Melachembur | North-West | 1.44 km |
| T.punavasal | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Minakkulam | West | 2.37 km |
| Eluvanur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Veeracholan | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Keelaparuthiyur | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Pappankulam | West | 3.79 km |
| Vallandai | South | 4.33 km |
| Thaduthalankottai | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keelachembur
Public transport in the Keelachembur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narikkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Keelachembur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keelachembur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelachembur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keelachembur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelachembur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keelachembur
Where is Keelachembur located?
Keelachembur village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelachembur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelachembur is Minakkulam.
What is the pincode of Keelachembur?
The pincode of Keelachembur is 626129.
What is the population of Keelachembur?
Keelachembur has a total population of 221, including 110 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Keelachembur?
There are 60 households in Keelachembur.
What is the literacy rate in Keelachembur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keelachembur is 59.28%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 51.35%.