Paruthiyur Village Overview
Paruthiyur is a village in Oddanchatram tehsil of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 29 km from Oddanchatram tehsil headquarters and around 57 km from Dindigul district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Paruthiyur village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Paruthiyur village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paruthiyur is 635177. The village covers a geographical area of 1220.97 hectares and has a pincode of 624616. Dharapuram is the nearest town.
Location Map of Paruthiyur
Population & Demographics of Paruthiyur
This section provides population and demographic details of Paruthiyur village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 609 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 207 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 767 | 435 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 174 | 282 |
Key population details of Paruthiyur village are given below:
- Paruthiyur village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,223, including approximately 609 males and 614 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 428 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Paruthiyur village is good, with a literacy rate of about 62.71%.
- There are around 373 households in Paruthiyur village.
Transport & Connectivity of Paruthiyur
Transport facilities help residents of Paruthiyur village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paruthiyur
The following villages are located close to Paruthiyur and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paruthiyur
- Where is Paruthiyur located?
- Paruthiyur village is located in Oddanchatram Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paruthiyur?
- Paruthiyur is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Paruthiyur?
- The pincode of Paruthiyur is 624616.
- What is the population of Paruthiyur?
- Paruthiyur has a total population of 1,223, including 609 males and 614 females.
- How many households are there in Paruthiyur?
- There are 373 households in Paruthiyur.
- What is the literacy rate in Paruthiyur?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paruthiyur is 62.71%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 54.07%.