Alathur
Alathur is a village located in Kulithalai taluka of Karur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kulithalai (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Karur. As per 2009 stats, Alathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alathur unique in its vibrant Kulithalai-Karur region. You’ll see Alathur’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 Alathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alathur is 635630. The village spans a total geographical area of 684.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621313. Nangavaram is nearest town to Alathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alathur
Population of Alathur
According to the 2011 Census, Alathur has a total population of about 1,594, with approximately 784 males and 810 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 521 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.18%, with male literacy at about 70.92% and female literacy near 57.65%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,594 | 784 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 251 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 556 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 228 | 343 |
Connectivity of Alathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alathur. As per the 2011 stats, Alathur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Alathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alathur
- Where is Alathur located?
- Alathur village is situated in Kulithalai Taluka, within the Karur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alathur?
- Alathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alathur?
- The pincode of Alathur is 621313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alathur is 1,594, with 784 males and 810 females.
- How many households are there in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alathur village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alathur is 64.18%. The male literacy rate is 70.92%, while the female literacy rate is 57.65%.