Puthagaram
Puthagaram is a village located in Kancheepuram taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram is the district & sub-district headquarter of Puthagaram village. As per 2009 stats, Puthagaram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puthagaram unique in its vibrant Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Puthagaram’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 Puthagaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthagaram is 629656. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631561. Walajabad is nearest town to Puthagaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Puthagaram
Population of Puthagaram
According to the 2011 Census, Puthagaram has a total population of about 1,817, with approximately 909 males and 908 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.28%, with male literacy at about 74.92% and female literacy near 53.63%. There are around 476 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthagaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,817 | 909 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 258 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 681 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 228 | 421 |
Connectivity of Puthagaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthagaram. As per the 2011 stats, Puthagaram 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 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthagaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthagaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthagaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthagaram
- Where is Puthagaram located?
- Puthagaram village is situated in Kancheepuram Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthagaram?
- Puthagaram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puthagaram?
- The pincode of Puthagaram is 631561, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthagaram is 1,817, with 909 males and 908 females.
- How many households are there in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthagaram village has a total of 476 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthagaram is 64.28%. The male literacy rate is 74.92%, while the female literacy rate is 53.63%.