Puthur
Puthur is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Sheeyalam is the gram panchayat of Puthur village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthur unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Puthur’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 Puthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 637381. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609102. Sirkali is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puthur
Population of Puthur
According to the 2011 Census, Puthur has a total population of about 2,995, with approximately 1,392 males and 1,603 females. The sex ratio is around 1151 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 388 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 938 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 71.69%, with male literacy at about 74.78% and female literacy near 69.00%. There are around 738 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,995 | 1,392 | 1,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 183 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 470 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,041 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 351 | 497 |
Connectivity of Puthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur
- Where is Puthur located?
- Puthur village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is Sheeyalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthur?
- The pincode of Puthur is 609102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 2,995, with 1,392 males and 1,603 females.
- How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 738 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 71.69%. The male literacy rate is 74.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.00%.