Appanuthu
Appanuthu is a village located in Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Oddanchatram (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Appanuthu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Appanuthu unique in its vibrant Oddanchatram-Dindigul region. You’ll see Appanuthu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Appanuthu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Appanuthu is 635176. The village spans a total geographical area of 766 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624617. Keeranur is nearest town to Appanuthu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Appanuthu
Population of Appanuthu
According to the 2011 Census, Appanuthu has a total population of about 952, with approximately 466 males and 486 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.02%, with male literacy at about 75.32% and female literacy near 55.14%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Appanuthu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 466 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 152 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 619 | 351 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 115 | 218 |
Connectivity of Appanuthu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Appanuthu. As per the 2011 stats, Appanuthu 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 Appanuthu
Knowing the nearby villages of Appanuthu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Appanuthu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Appanuthu
- Where is Appanuthu located?
- Appanuthu village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Appanuthu?
- Appanuthu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Appanuthu?
- The pincode of Appanuthu is 624617, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Appanuthu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Appanuthu is 952, with 466 males and 486 females.
- How many households are there in Appanuthu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Appanuthu village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Appanuthu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Appanuthu is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 55.14%.