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.
Orathur has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Orathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orathur village:
- The total population of Orathur village is around 1,363, including approximately 690 males and 673 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Orathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Orathur village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Orathur village is about 77.99%, with male literacy at 84.49% and female literacy at 71.32%.
- There are around 355 households in Orathur village.
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%.