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
According to the 2011 Census, Puram village had a total population of 589 people, including 318 males and 271 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.43%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 318 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 147 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 589, including 318 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Puram?
Puram had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puram was 75.43%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 63.64%.