Purathur
About Purathur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purathur village is 627525. Purathur village is located in Tirur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tirur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Purathur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1915 hectares. Purathur has a total population of 31,915 peoples, out of which male population is 15,062 while female population is 16,853. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1118 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purathur village is 78.48% out of which 79.96% males and 77.16% females are literate. There are about 5,787 houses in purathur village. Pincode of purathur village locality is 676102.
When it comes to administration, Purathur 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, Purathur village comes under Thavanur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ponnani Lok Sabha constituency. Tirur is nearest town to purathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Purathur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,915 | 15,062 | 16,853 |
| Literate Population | 25,047 | 12,043 | 13,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,868 | 3,019 | 3,849 |
Connectivity of Purathur
| 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 Purathur
Frequently Asked Questions about Purathur
Where is Purathur located?
Purathur village is situated in Tirur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purathur?
Purathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purathur?
The pincode of Purathur is 676102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purathur is 31,915, with 15,062 males and 16,853 females.
How many households are there in Purathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purathur village has a total of 5,787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purathur is 78.48%. The male literacy rate is 79.96%, while the female literacy rate is 77.16%.