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.
Here you can discover what makes Okkur unique in its vibrant Avudayarkoil-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Okkur’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 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.
Google Map of Okkur
Population of Okkur
According to the 2011 Census, Okkur has a total population of about 1,246, with approximately 600 males and 646 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 568 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 70.47%, with male literacy at about 76.17% and female literacy near 65.17%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Okkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.