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.
Puthoor has its own place in the vibrant Kannur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Puthoor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthoor village:
- The total population of Puthoor village is around 19,575, including approximately 9,051 males and 10,524 females, with a sex ratio of 1162 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,331 children aged 0–6 years in Puthoor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthoor village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puthoor village is about 83.72%, with male literacy at 84.74% and female literacy at 82.85%.
- There are around 4,224 households in Puthoor village.
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%.