Puttur Ka. - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Puttur Ka. is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Siruvarappur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puttur Ka. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puttur Ka. is 637206. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.49 hectares and falls under the 606106 pincode. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
Puttur Ka. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vriddhachalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puttur Ka.
As per Census 2011, Puttur Ka. village has a total population of 730 people, consisting of 390 males and 340 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puttur Ka. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 390 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 310 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 80 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Puttur Ka.
Puttur Ka. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Devangudi | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Siruvarappur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Sattapadi | East | 2.02 km |
| Kammapuram | North | 2.25 km |
| Keelapalaiyur | West | 2.26 km |
| Kottumulai | South | 2.44 km |
| U.adhanur | East | 3.37 km |
| Kodumanur | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Vilakkapadi | East | 3.52 km |
| Perundurai | South | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puttur Ka.
Public transport in the Puttur Ka. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uttangal Mangalam, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Puttur Ka. is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puttur Ka.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puttur Ka. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puttur Ka.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puttur Ka. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puttur Ka.
Where is Puttur Ka. located?
Puttur Ka. village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puttur Ka.?
The Gram Panchayat of Puttur Ka. is Siruvarappur.
What is the pincode of Puttur Ka.?
The pincode of Puttur Ka. is 606106.
What is the population of Puttur Ka.?
Puttur Ka. has a total population of 730, including 390 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Puttur Ka.?
There are 180 households in Puttur Ka..
What is the literacy rate in Puttur Ka.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puttur Ka. is 67.67%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 54.12%.