Okkur

Okkur is a village located in Avudayarkoil taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Avudayarkoil (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Okkur village is also a gram panchayat.

Okkur has its own place in the vibrant Pudukkottai 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 Okkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Okkur is 639909. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622204. Aranthangi is nearest town to Okkur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Okkur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,246 600 646
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 132 73 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 568 278 290
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 878 457 421
Illiterate Population 368 143 225

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

  • The total population of Okkur village is around 1,246, including approximately 600 males and 646 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Okkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Okkur village has 568 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Okkur village is about 70.47%, with male literacy at 76.17% and female literacy at 65.17%.
  • There are around 339 households in Okkur village.

Connectivity of Okkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Okkur. As per the 2011 stats, Okkur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Okkur

Knowing the nearby villages of Okkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Okkur.

Veezhimangalam Sattiyakkudi Pallivayal Alathivayal Peruntamarai Irumbanadu Kurungalur Thillaivayal Seppavayal Madagam Ichikottai Iind Bit

Frequently Asked Questions about Okkur

Where is Okkur located?
Okkur village is situated in Avudayarkoil Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okkur?
Okkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Okkur?
The pincode of Okkur is 622204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Okkur is 1,246, with 600 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Okkur village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Okkur is 70.47%. The male literacy rate is 76.17%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.