Puthur
About Puthur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puthur village is 628405. Puthur village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Pavithreswaram is the gram panchayat of Puthur village.
The total geographical area of village is 1376 hectares. Puthur has a total population of 19,786 peoples, out of which male population is 9,326 while female population is 10,460. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1121 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puthur village is 88.90% out of which 89.31% males and 88.53% females are literate. There are about 5,181 houses in puthur village. Pincode of puthur village locality is 691507.
When it comes to administration, Puthur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Puthur village comes under Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to puthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Puthur
The population details of Puthur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,786 | 9,326 | 10,460 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,635 | 842 | 793 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,353 | 1,129 | 1,224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 17,589 | 8,329 | 9,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,197 | 997 | 1,200 |
Connectivity of Puthur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur
Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is Pavithreswaram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 691507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 19,786, with 9,326 males and 10,460 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 5,181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 88.90%. The male literacy rate is 89.31%, while the female literacy rate is 88.53%.