Devathur
Devathur is a village located in Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Oddanchatram (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Devathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Devathur unique in its vibrant Oddanchatram-Dindigul region. You’ll see Devathur’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 Devathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devathur is 635209. The village spans a total geographical area of 1478 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624614. Oddanchatram is nearest town to Devathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Devathur
Population of Devathur
According to the 2011 Census, Devathur has a total population of about 3,000, with approximately 1,543 males and 1,457 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 479 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 65.90%, with male literacy at about 75.57% and female literacy near 55.66%. There are around 890 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,000 | 1,543 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 249 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,977 | 1,166 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 377 | 646 |
Connectivity of Devathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devathur. As per the 2011 stats, Devathur 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 Devathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Devathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devathur
- Where is Devathur located?
- Devathur village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devathur?
- Devathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devathur?
- The pincode of Devathur is 624614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devathur is 3,000, with 1,543 males and 1,457 females.
- How many households are there in Devathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devathur village has a total of 890 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devathur is 65.90%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 55.66%.