Athiyur (South) - Kunnam, Perambalur
Athiyur (South) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Athiyur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athiyur (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athiyur (South) is 636223. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.57 hectares and falls under the 621108 pincode. Labbaikudikadu is the nearest town.
Athiyur (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athiyur (South)
According to the 2011 Census, Athiyur (South) village had a total population of 561 people, including 254 males and 307 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 85.02% and female literacy at 69.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 561 | 254 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 61 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Athiyur (South)
Athiyur (South) 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 Athiyur (South)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Athiyur (South).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Athiyur (South) is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athiyur (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athiyur (South) 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Athiyur (South)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athiyur (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Athiyur (South)
Where is Athiyur (South) located?
Athiyur (South) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athiyur (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Athiyur (South) is Athiyur.
What is the pincode of Athiyur (South)?
The pincode of Athiyur (South) is 621108.
What is the population of Athiyur (South)?
Athiyur (South) had a total population of 561, including 254 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Athiyur (South)?
Athiyur (South) had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athiyur (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athiyur (South) was 76.53%. Male literacy was 85.02% and female literacy was 69.64%.