Puthambur
Puthambur is a village located in Pudukkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from Pudukkottai, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Puthambur village. As per 2009 stats, Puthambur village is also a gram panchayat.
Puthambur 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 Puthambur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthambur is 639408. The village spans a total geographical area of 1039.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622501. Pudukkottai is nearest town to Puthambur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Puthambur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pudukkottai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puthambur
Population of Puthambur
Below is a concise population overview of Puthambur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,032 | 1,580 | 1,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 937 | 477 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,084 | 1,215 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 365 | 583 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthambur village:
- The total population of Puthambur village is around 3,032, including approximately 1,580 males and 1,452 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 371 children aged 0–6 years in Puthambur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthambur village has 937 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puthambur village is about 68.73%, with male literacy at 76.90% and female literacy at 59.85%.
- There are around 716 households in Puthambur village.
Connectivity of Puthambur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthambur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthambur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthambur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthambur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthambur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthambur
- Where is Puthambur located?
- Puthambur village is situated in Pudukkottai Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthambur?
- Puthambur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puthambur?
- The pincode of Puthambur is 622501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthambur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthambur is 3,032, with 1,580 males and 1,452 females.
- How many households are there in Puthambur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthambur village has a total of 716 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthambur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthambur is 68.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.90%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.