Padur
Padur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Padur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Padur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padur unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Padur’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 Padur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padur is 629416. The village spans a total geographical area of 703.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603103. Thiruporur is nearest town to Padur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Padur
Population of Padur
According to the 2011 Census, Padur has a total population of about 5,710, with approximately 2,974 males and 2,736 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 606 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.01%, with male literacy at about 79.86% and female literacy near 69.74%. There are around 1,276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,710 | 2,974 | 2,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 313 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,148 | 1,073 | 1,075 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,283 | 2,375 | 1,908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 599 | 828 |
Connectivity of Padur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padur. As per the 2011 stats, Padur 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 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padur
Knowing the nearby villages of Padur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padur
- Where is Padur located?
- Padur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padur?
- Padur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padur?
- The pincode of Padur is 603103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padur is 5,710, with 2,974 males and 2,736 females.
- How many households are there in Padur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padur village has a total of 1,276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padur is 75.01%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 69.74%.