Puthukkarai
Puthukkarai is a village located in Gobichettipalayam taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gobichettipalayam (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Erode. As per 2009 stats, Nanjai Gobi is the gram panchayat of Puthukkarai village.
Puthukkarai has its own place in the vibrant Erode 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 Puthukkarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthukkarai is 634910. The village spans a total geographical area of 579.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638313. Kugalur is nearest town to Puthukkarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puthukkarai
Population of Puthukkarai
Below is a concise population overview of Puthukkarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,473 | 748 | 725 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 811 | 459 | 352 |
Illiterate Population | 662 | 289 | 373 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthukkarai village:
- The total population of Puthukkarai village is around 1,473, including approximately 748 males and 725 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Puthukkarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthukkarai village has 227 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Puthukkarai village is about 55.06%, with male literacy at 61.36% and female literacy at 48.55%.
- There are around 440 households in Puthukkarai village.
Connectivity of Puthukkarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthukkarai. As per the 2011 stats, Puthukkarai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthukkarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthukkarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthukkarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthukkarai
- Where is Puthukkarai located?
- Puthukkarai village is situated in Gobichettipalayam Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthukkarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthukkarai is Nanjai Gobi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthukkarai?
- The pincode of Puthukkarai is 638313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthukkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthukkarai is 1,473, with 748 males and 725 females.
- How many households are there in Puthukkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthukkarai village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthukkarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthukkarai is 55.06%. The male literacy rate is 61.36%, while the female literacy rate is 48.55%.