Puthoor
Puthoor is a village located in Thalassery taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thalassery (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kunnathuparamba is the gram panchayat of Puthoor village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthoor unique in its vibrant Thalassery-Kannur region. You’ll see Puthoor’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 Puthoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthoor is 627270. The village spans a total geographical area of 1566 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670692. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Puthoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Puthoor
Population of Puthoor
According to the 2011 Census, Puthoor has a total population of about 19,575, with approximately 9,051 males and 10,524 females. The sex ratio is around 1162 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 53. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.72%, with male literacy at about 84.74% and female literacy near 82.85%. There are around 4,224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,575 | 9,051 | 10,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,331 | 1,172 | 1,159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 16,389 | 7,670 | 8,719 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,186 | 1,381 | 1,805 |
Connectivity of Puthoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthoor. As per the 2011 stats, Puthoor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthoor
- Where is Puthoor located?
- Puthoor village is situated in Thalassery Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthoor is Kunnathuparamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthoor?
- The pincode of Puthoor is 670692, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthoor is 19,575, with 9,051 males and 10,524 females.
- How many households are there in Puthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthoor village has a total of 4,224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthoor is 83.72%. The male literacy rate is 84.74%, while the female literacy rate is 82.85%.