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.
Puthagaram 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 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.
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Population of Puthagaram
Below is a concise population overview of Puthagaram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthagaram village:
- The total population of Puthagaram village is around 1,817, including approximately 909 males and 908 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 194 children aged 0–6 years in Puthagaram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthagaram village has 496 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puthagaram village is about 64.28%, with male literacy at 74.92% and female literacy at 53.63%.
- There are around 476 households in Puthagaram village.
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%.