Athimugam
Athimugam is a village located in Hosur taluka of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hosur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Krishnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Athimugam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athimugam unique in its vibrant Hosur-Krishnagiri region. You’ll see Athimugam’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 Athimugam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athimugam is 643746. The village spans a total geographical area of 1111.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635105. Hosur is nearest town to Athimugam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Athimugam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Veppanahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Athimugam
Population of Athimugam
According to the 2011 Census, Athimugam has a total population of about 4,540, with approximately 2,339 males and 2,201 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 572 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 334 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.59%, with male literacy at about 56.31% and female literacy near 44.53%. There are around 937 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athimugam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,540 | 2,339 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 272 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 163 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,297 | 1,317 | 980 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,243 | 1,022 | 1,221 |
Connectivity of Athimugam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athimugam. As per the 2011 stats, Athimugam 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 Athimugam
Knowing the nearby villages of Athimugam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athimugam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athimugam
- Where is Athimugam located?
- Athimugam village is situated in Hosur Taluka, within the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athimugam?
- Athimugam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athimugam?
- The pincode of Athimugam is 635105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athimugam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athimugam is 4,540, with 2,339 males and 2,201 females.
- How many households are there in Athimugam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athimugam village has a total of 937 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athimugam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athimugam is 50.59%. The male literacy rate is 56.31%, while the female literacy rate is 44.53%.