Puthur

Puthur is a village located in Thirukkuvalai taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thirukkuvalai (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Puthur village is also a gram panchayat.

Puthur has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Puthur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 637789. The village spans a total geographical area of 372.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614711. Thalainayar is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puthur

Below is a concise population overview of Puthur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,794 883 911
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 86 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,229 613 616
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,255 678 577
Illiterate Population 539 205 334

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthur village:

  • The total population of Puthur village is around 1,794, including approximately 883 males and 911 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Puthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puthur village has 1,229 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puthur village is about 69.96%, with male literacy at 76.78% and female literacy at 63.34%.
  • There are around 489 households in Puthur village.

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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Katchanagaram Kottangudi Tholuthur Sithamoor Nathapalam Manakkudi Vadugoor Neermulai Thirividaimaruthur Kothangudi Pannaitheru

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur

Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Thirukkuvalai Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
Puthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 614711, 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 1,794, with 883 males and 911 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 69.96%. The male literacy rate is 76.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.34%.