Purathur - Tirur, Malappuram
Purathur is a village situated in the Tirur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Purathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purathur is 627525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1915 hectares and falls under the 676102 pincode. Tirur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thavanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ponnani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purathur
According to the 2011 Census, Purathur village had a total population of 31,915 people, including 15,062 males and 16,853 females, living in 5,787 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.67%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 88.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,794, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,915 | 15,062 | 16,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,290 | 2,136 | 2,154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,794 | 1,853 | 1,941 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 25,047 | 12,043 | 13,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,868 | 3,019 | 3,849 |
Nearby Villages of Purathur
Purathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalam | North | 3.77 km |
| Kalady (ct) | East | 7.13 km |
| Marancheri (ct) | South-East | 8.00 km |
| Tavanur | North-East | 8.34 km |
| Edappal (ct) | South-East | 8.61 km |
| Talakkad (ct) | North | 8.95 km |
| Vattamkulam | East | 11.08 km |
| Tirur | North | 12.72 km |
| Niramaruthur | North | 13.13 km |
| Valavannur | North-East | 13.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purathur
Purathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirunnavaya, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirur to Purathur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Purathur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purathur
Where is Purathur located?
Purathur village is located in Tirur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purathur?
Purathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purathur?
The pincode of Purathur is 676102.
What is the population of Purathur?
Purathur had a total population of 31,915, including 15,062 males and 16,853 females.
How many households are there in Purathur?
Purathur had 5,787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purathur was 90.67%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 88.47%.