Parudur
Parudur is a village located in Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Ottappalam (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Parudur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parudur unique in its vibrant Ottappalam-Palakkad region. You’ll see Parudur’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 Parudur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parudur is 627567. The village spans a total geographical area of 2071 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679305. Shoranur is nearest town to Parudur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Parudur
Population of Parudur
According to the 2011 Census, Parudur has a total population of about 26,638, with approximately 12,597 males and 14,041 females. The sex ratio is around 1114 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,401 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,971 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.74%, with male literacy at about 81.90% and female literacy near 79.70%. There are around 5,410 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parudur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,638 | 12,597 | 14,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,401 | 1,750 | 1,651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,971 | 2,402 | 2,569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 21,508 | 10,317 | 11,191 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,130 | 2,280 | 2,850 |
Connectivity of Parudur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parudur. As per the 2011 stats, Parudur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Parudur
Knowing the nearby villages of Parudur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parudur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parudur
- Where is Parudur located?
- Parudur village is situated in Ottappalam Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parudur?
- Parudur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parudur?
- The pincode of Parudur is 679305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parudur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parudur is 26,638, with 12,597 males and 14,041 females.
- How many households are there in Parudur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parudur village has a total of 5,410 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parudur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parudur is 80.74%. The male literacy rate is 81.90%, while the female literacy rate is 79.70%.