Porulur

Porulur 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 58km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Porulur village is also a gram panchayat.

Porulur has its own place in the vibrant Dindigul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Porulur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porulur is 635190. The village spans a total geographical area of 2378.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624616. Oddanchatram is nearest town to Porulur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Porulur

Below is a concise population overview of Porulur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,302 2,174 2,128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 148 152
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,073 519 554
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,904 1,682 1,222
Illiterate Population 1,398 492 906

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Porulur village:

  • The total population of Porulur village is around 4,302, including approximately 2,174 males and 2,128 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Porulur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porulur village has 1,073 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Porulur village is about 67.50%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 57.42%.
  • There are around 1,316 households in Porulur village.

Connectivity of Porulur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porulur. As per the 2011 stats, Porulur 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 Porulur

Knowing the nearby villages of Porulur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porulur.

Chinnakkampatti I Vadipatti Kondarangi Keeranur Kariyampatti Kallimandayam Appipalayam Pungamuthur Kothayam Sikkamanaickenpatti Pottikampatti Mandavadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Porulur

Where is Porulur located?
Porulur village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porulur?
Porulur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Porulur?
The pincode of Porulur is 624616, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porulur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porulur is 4,302, with 2,174 males and 2,128 females.
How many households are there in Porulur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porulur village has a total of 1,316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porulur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porulur is 67.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 57.42%.