Devathur - Oddanchatram, Dindigul
Devathur is a village situated in the Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Oddanchatram and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Devathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devathur is 635209. The village covers a total geographical area of 1478 hectares and falls under the 624614 pincode. Oddanchatram is the nearest town.
Devathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Oddanchatram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devathur
According to the 2011 Census, Devathur village had a total population of 3,000 people, including 1,543 males and 1,457 females, living in 890 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.46%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 59.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 479.
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 | 3,000 | 1,543 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 249 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,977 | 1,166 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 377 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Devathur
Devathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudur | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Sikkamanaickenpatti | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Boduvarpatti | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Kothayam | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Periyakottai | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Pottikampatti | East | 5.51 km |
| Reddiapatti | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Kallimandayam | North-East | 6.17 km |
| Veppanavalasu | West | 6.33 km |
| Manjanaickenpatti | South-West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devathur
Devathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chatrappatti, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| 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 Devathur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devathur
Where is Devathur located?
Devathur village is located in Oddanchatram Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devathur?
Devathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devathur?
The pincode of Devathur is 624614.
What is the population of Devathur?
Devathur had a total population of 3,000, including 1,543 males and 1,457 females.
How many households are there in Devathur?
Devathur had 890 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devathur was 70.46%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 59.02%.