Puthur

Puthur is a village located in Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Vedasandur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Puthur village is also a gram panchayat.

Puthur 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 Puthur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 635284. The village spans a total geographical area of 1204.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624801. Ayyalur is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puthur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,756 2,898 2,858
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 853 438 415
Scheduled Castes (SC) 244 121 123
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,581 1,487 1,094
Illiterate Population 3,175 1,411 1,764

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

  • The total population of Puthur village is around 5,756, including approximately 2,898 males and 2,858 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 853 children aged 0–6 years in Puthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puthur village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puthur village is about 44.84%, with male literacy at 51.31% and female literacy at 38.28%.
  • There are around 1,249 households in Puthur village.

Connectivity of Puthur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puthur

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

Kulathur Padiyur Velvankottai Morepatti Kollapatti Velayudampalayam Kanapadi Ramanathapuram Singarakottai Thoppasamymalai R F Vadamalai R F

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur

Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Vedasandur Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
Puthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 624801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 5,756, with 2,898 males and 2,858 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 1,249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 44.84%. The male literacy rate is 51.31%, while the female literacy rate is 38.28%.