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.
Here you can discover what makes Porulur unique in its vibrant Oddanchatram-Dindigul region. You’ll see Porulur’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 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.
Google Map of Porulur
Population of Porulur
According to the 2011 Census, Porulur has a total population of about 4,302, with approximately 2,174 males and 2,128 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,073 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 67.50%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 57.42%. There are around 1,316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porulur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.