Puthur

Puthur is a village located in Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Paramakudi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Siruvarappur is the gram panchayat of Puthur village.

Here you can discover what makes Puthur unique in its vibrant Paramakudi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Puthur’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 Puthur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 641948. The village spans a total geographical area of 1077.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623527. Ramanathapuram is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puthur

According to the 2011 Census, Puthur has a total population of about 1,599, with approximately 805 males and 794 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 655 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 68.36%, with male literacy at about 75.53% and female literacy near 61.08%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,599 805 794
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 78 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 655 324 331
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,093 608 485
Illiterate Population 506 197 309

Connectivity of Puthur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthur 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puthur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur

Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Paramakudi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is Siruvarappur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 623527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 1,599, with 805 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 68.36%. The male literacy rate is 75.53%, while the female literacy rate is 61.08%.