Chithur
Chithur is a village located in Ponnamaravathi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Ponnamaravathi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Gudalur is the gram panchayat of Chithur village.
Here you can discover what makes Chithur unique in its vibrant Ponnamaravathi-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Chithur’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 Chithur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chithur is 639557. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622002. Ponnamaravathi is nearest town to Chithur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chithur
Population of Chithur
According to the 2011 Census, Chithur has a total population of about 641, with approximately 325 males and 316 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 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 57.72%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 45.89%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chithur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 641 | 325 | 316 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 370 | 225 | 145 |
Illiterate Population | 271 | 100 | 171 |
Connectivity of Chithur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chithur. As per the 2011 stats, Chithur 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chithur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chithur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chithur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chithur
- Where is Chithur located?
- Chithur village is situated in Ponnamaravathi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chithur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chithur is Gudalur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chithur?
- The pincode of Chithur is 622002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chithur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chithur is 641, with 325 males and 316 females.
- How many households are there in Chithur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chithur village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chithur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chithur is 57.72%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 45.89%.