Poolathur - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Poolathur is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Kumbaraiyur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poolathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poolathur is 635448. The village covers a total geographical area of 1142.28 hectares and falls under the 624202 pincode. Pannaikadu is the nearest town.
Poolathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poolathur
As per Census 2011, Poolathur village has a total population of 2,810 people, consisting of 1,424 males and 1,386 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,940 literate and 870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poolathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,810 | 1,424 | 1,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 246 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,940 | 1,043 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 381 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Poolathur
Poolathur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Poolathur
Poolathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Poolathur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poolathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poolathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poolathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poolathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poolathur
Where is Poolathur located?
Poolathur village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poolathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Poolathur is Kumbaraiyur.
What is the pincode of Poolathur?
The pincode of Poolathur is 624202.
What is the population of Poolathur?
Poolathur has a total population of 2,810, including 1,424 males and 1,386 females.
How many households are there in Poolathur?
There are 865 households in Poolathur.
What is the literacy rate in Poolathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poolathur is 69.04%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 64.72%.