Porur

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

Porur 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 Porur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porur is 630215. The village spans a total geographical area of 462.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603313. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Porur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Porur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 584 607
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 53 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 720 362 358
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 799 431 368
Illiterate Population 392 153 239

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

  • The total population of Porur village is around 1,191, including approximately 584 males and 607 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Porur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porur village has 720 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Porur village is about 67.09%, with male literacy at 73.80% and female literacy at 60.63%.
  • There are around 305 households in Porur village.

Connectivity of Porur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 2 km distance
Railway Station Available within 14 km distance

Nearby Villages of Porur

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

Maruderi Chitharkadu Kokkaranthangal Pondur Vilangadu Poongunam Puoriampakkam Kannimangalam Chithamur Polambakkam Kurambarai

Frequently Asked Questions about Porur

Where is Porur located?
Porur village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porur?
Porur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Porur?
The pincode of Porur is 603313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porur is 1,191, with 584 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Porur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porur village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porur is 67.09%. The male literacy rate is 73.80%, while the female literacy rate is 60.63%.