Puthur East - Tiruchengode, Namakkal
Puthur East is a village situated in the Tiruchengode taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchengode and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Marukkalampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puthur East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthur East is 634468. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.36 hectares and falls under the 637212 pincode. Namakkal is the nearest town.
Puthur East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puthur East
As per Census 2011, Puthur East village has a total population of 3,651 people, consisting of 1,813 males and 1,838 females. The village has 1,049 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,562 literate and 1,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puthur East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,651 | 1,813 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 176 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 462 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,562 | 1,407 | 1,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 406 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Puthur East
Puthur East is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Musiri | North | 2.55 km |
| Mitta Aniyar | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Bommanpatti | East | 3.45 km |
| Seiluvampatti | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Manathi | West | 4.34 km |
| Karadipatti Thanathampatti | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Thaligai | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Dadhadripuram Karadipatti | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Mavureddipatti | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Karadippatti | North-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puthur East
Puthur East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pasur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Puthur East is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthur East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthur East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puthur East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthur East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puthur East
Where is Puthur East located?
Puthur East village is located in Tiruchengode Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur East?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthur East is Marukkalampatti.
What is the pincode of Puthur East?
The pincode of Puthur East is 637212.
What is the population of Puthur East?
Puthur East has a total population of 3,651, including 1,813 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Puthur East?
There are 1,049 households in Puthur East.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthur East is 70.17%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 62.84%.