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.

Chithur 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 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.

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Population of Chithur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Chithur village is around 641, including approximately 325 males and 316 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Chithur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chithur village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chithur village is about 57.72%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 45.89%.
  • There are around 144 households in Chithur village.

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)
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.

Thenur Sathanur Arasamalai Neiveli Gudalur Valakurichi Kovanur Sundaram Mathiyani Sembuthi Konnaiyur

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%.