Orathur
Orathur is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Orathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Orathur unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Orathur’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 Orathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orathur is 636823. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608201. Bhuvanagiri is nearest town to Orathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Orathur
Population of Orathur
According to the 2011 Census, Orathur has a total population of about 1,363, with approximately 690 males and 673 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.99%, with male literacy at about 84.49% and female literacy near 71.32%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Orathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 690 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 583 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 107 | 193 |
Connectivity of Orathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orathur. As per the 2011 stats, Orathur 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 Orathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Orathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Orathur
- Where is Orathur located?
- Orathur village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Orathur?
- Orathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Orathur?
- The pincode of Orathur is 608201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orathur is 1,363, with 690 males and 673 females.
- How many households are there in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orathur village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orathur is 77.99%. The male literacy rate is 84.49%, while the female literacy rate is 71.32%.