Puram - Hosur, Krishnagiri
Puram is a village situated in the Hosur taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Baliganapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puram is 643689. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.9 hectares and falls under the 635103 pincode. Hosur is the nearest town.
Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puram
As per Census 2011, Puram village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 318 males and 271 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 318 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 147 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 245 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 73 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Puram
Puram is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puram
Public transport in the Puram is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Puram is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puram
Where is Puram located?
Puram village is located in Hosur Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Puram is Baliganapalli.
What is the pincode of Puram?
The pincode of Puram is 635103.
What is the population of Puram?
Puram has a total population of 589, including 318 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Puram?
There are 140 households in Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puram is 67.74%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 56.83%.