Athiyur
Athiyur is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Athiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athiyur unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Athiyur’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 Athiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athiyur is 637396. The village spans a total geographical area of 343.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609116. Sirkali is nearest town to Athiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athiyur
Population of Athiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Athiyur has a total population of about 1,563, with approximately 777 males and 786 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 549 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 74.15%, with male literacy at about 79.67% and female literacy near 68.70%. There are around 411 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,563 | 777 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 276 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 619 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 158 | 246 |
Connectivity of Athiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Athiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Athiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athiyur
- Where is Athiyur located?
- Athiyur village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athiyur?
- Athiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athiyur?
- The pincode of Athiyur is 609116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athiyur is 1,563, with 777 males and 786 females.
- How many households are there in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athiyur village has a total of 411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athiyur is 74.15%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 68.70%.