Pushpathur
Pushpathur is a village located in Palani taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Palani (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Pushpathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pushpathur unique in its vibrant Palani-Dindigul region. You’ll see Pushpathur’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 Pushpathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pushpathur is 635129. The village spans a total geographical area of 1627.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624618. Madathukulam is nearest town to Pushpathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pushpathur
Population of Pushpathur
According to the 2011 Census, Pushpathur has a total population of about 8,490, with approximately 4,302 males and 4,188 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 789 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,306 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 68.33%, with male literacy at about 74.87% and female literacy near 61.60%. There are around 2,436 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pushpathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,490 | 4,302 | 4,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 411 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,306 | 679 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,801 | 3,221 | 2,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,689 | 1,081 | 1,608 |
Connectivity of Pushpathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pushpathur. As per the 2011 stats, Pushpathur 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Pushpathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Pushpathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pushpathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pushpathur
- Where is Pushpathur located?
- Pushpathur village is situated in Palani Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pushpathur?
- Pushpathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pushpathur?
- The pincode of Pushpathur is 624618, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pushpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pushpathur is 8,490, with 4,302 males and 4,188 females.
- How many households are there in Pushpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pushpathur village has a total of 2,436 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pushpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pushpathur is 68.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.87%, while the female literacy rate is 61.60%.