Pudur - Harur, Dharmapuri
Pudur is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Keeraipatty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudur is 643430. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.04 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Pudur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pudur
As per Census 2011, Pudur village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 634 males and 597 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pudur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 634 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 36 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 372 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 262 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Pudur
Pudur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samanattam | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Kelapparai | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Tadaravalasai | South | 2.67 km |
| Ponneri | North | 3.20 km |
| Kiraipatty | West | 3.28 km |
| Ellepudayampatti | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Veppampatti | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Kudumiyampatty | West | 3.75 km |
| Vallimadurai | South | 4.47 km |
| Thedampatti | North | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pudur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pudur. The nearest railway station is Morappur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmapuri to Pudur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pudur
Where is Pudur located?
Pudur village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pudur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudur is Keeraipatty.
What is the pincode of Pudur?
The pincode of Pudur is 636907.
What is the population of Pudur?
Pudur has a total population of 1,231, including 634 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
There are 345 households in Pudur.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur is 52.07%. Male literacy is 58.68% and female literacy is 45.06%.