Sethur
Sethur is a village located in Thirunallar Taluk taluka of Karaikal district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 11km away from Karaikal, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sethur village. As per 2009 stats, Sethur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sethur unique in its vibrant Thirunallar Taluk-Karaikal region. You’ll see Sethur’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 Sethur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sethur is 645009. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609601. Karaikal is nearest town to Sethur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sethur
Population of Sethur
According to the 2011 Census, Sethur has a total population of about 3,890, with approximately 1,941 males and 1,949 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 415 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 621 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.45%, with male literacy at about 81.56% and female literacy near 69.37%. There are around 983 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sethur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,890 | 1,941 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 221 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 315 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,935 | 1,583 | 1,352 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 358 | 597 |
Connectivity of Sethur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sethur. As per the 2011 stats, Sethur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sethur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sethur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sethur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sethur
- Where is Sethur located?
- Sethur village is situated in Thirunallar Taluk Taluka, within the Karaikal district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sethur?
- Sethur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sethur?
- The pincode of Sethur is 609601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sethur is 3,890, with 1,941 males and 1,949 females.
- How many households are there in Sethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sethur village has a total of 983 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sethur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sethur is 75.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.56%, while the female literacy rate is 69.37%.