Pudur - Natham, Dindigul
Pudur is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Paralipudur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudur is 635322. The village covers a total geographical area of 1338.63 hectares and falls under the 624401 pincode. Natham 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 Natham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pudur
According to the 2011 Census, Pudur village had a total population of 6,168 people, including 3,122 males and 3,046 females, living in 1,486 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.12%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 57.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 611, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,168 | 3,122 | 3,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 437 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 313 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,591 | 2,061 | 1,530 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,577 | 1,061 | 1,516 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Senamalai R.f. | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Kodangipatti | West | 2.97 km |
| Usilampatti R.f | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Paraipatti | West | 3.69 km |
| Saranthangi | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Senthamangalam | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Alagarmalai R.f | South | 4.34 km |
| Vellaiyampatti | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Mettupatti | West | 5.10 km |
| Kadavur | South | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pudur
Public transport in the Pudur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudalnagar, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 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 Dindigul to Pudur is about 49 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pudur
Where is Pudur located?
Pudur village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pudur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudur is Paralipudur.
What is the pincode of Pudur?
The pincode of Pudur is 624401.
What is the population of Pudur?
Pudur had a total population of 6,168, including 3,122 males and 3,046 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
Pudur had 1,486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur was 67.12%. Male literacy was 76.76% and female literacy was 57.41%.