Orathur

Orathur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Orathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thandarai is the gram panchayat of Orathur village.

Orathur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram 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 Orathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orathur is 629532. The village spans a total geographical area of 228.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603105. Thirukalukundram is nearest town to Orathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Orathur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 426 219 207
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 27 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 125 62 63
Literate Population 277 164 113
Illiterate Population 149 55 94

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

  • The total population of Orathur village is around 426, including approximately 219 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Orathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Orathur village has 125 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Orathur village is about 65.02%, with male literacy at 74.89% and female literacy at 54.59%.
  • There are around 110 households in Orathur village.

Connectivity of Orathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orathur. As per the 2011 stats, Orathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 0.5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 11 km distance

Nearby Villages of Orathur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Orathur

Where is Orathur located?
Orathur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Orathur is Thandarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Orathur?
The pincode of Orathur is 603105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orathur is 426, with 219 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Orathur village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orathur is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 74.89%, while the female literacy rate is 54.59%.