Pudur - Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi, Palakkad
Pudur is a village situated in the Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 49 km from Mannarkad and around 80 km from Palakkad. Pudur village is a designated GRAMA PANCHAYAT.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudur is 627610. The village covers a total geographical area of 9320 hectares and falls under the 678581 pincode. Coimbatore is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pudur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mannarkkad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pudur
According to the 2011 Census, Pudur village had a total population of 6,026 people, including 3,010 males and 3,016 females, living in 1,776 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.02%, with male literacy at 65.80% and female literacy at 50.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,728.
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 | 6,026 | 3,010 | 3,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 361 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,728 | 1,857 | 1,871 |
| Literate Population | 3,111 | 1,743 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,915 | 1,267 | 1,648 |
Nearby Villages of Pudur
Pudur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pudur
Pudur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coimbatore to Pudur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Pudur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pudur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pudur 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 Pudur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pudur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pudur
Where is Pudur located?
Pudur village is located in Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Pudur?
Pudur is its own GRAMA PANCHAYAT.
What is the pincode of Pudur?
The pincode of Pudur is 678581.
What is the population of Pudur?
Pudur had a total population of 6,026, including 3,010 males and 3,016 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
Pudur had 1,776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur was 58.02%. Male literacy was 65.80% and female literacy was 50.42%.