Alathur
Alathur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Alathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alathur unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Alathur’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 Alathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alathur is 629490. The village spans a total geographical area of 560.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603110. Thiruporur is nearest town to Alathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Alathur
Population of Alathur
According to the 2011 Census, Alathur has a total population of about 2,189, with approximately 1,125 males and 1,064 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 252 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 765 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 80. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.38%, with male literacy at about 82.58% and female literacy near 69.83%. There are around 534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,189 | 1,125 | 1,064 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 117 | 135 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 396 | 369 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Literate Population | 1,672 | 929 | 743 |
Illiterate Population | 517 | 196 | 321 |
Connectivity of Alathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alathur. As per the 2011 stats, Alathur 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 4 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 4 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 28 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Alathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alathur
- Where is Alathur located?
- Alathur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alathur?
- Alathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alathur?
- The pincode of Alathur is 603110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alathur is 2,189, with 1,125 males and 1,064 females.
- How many households are there in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alathur village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alathur is 76.38%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 69.83%.