Urathur - Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram
Urathur is a village situated in the Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramakudi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Urathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urathur is 641954. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.1 hectares and falls under the 623527 pincode. Ramanathapuram is the nearest town.
Urathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urathur
As per Census 2011, Urathur village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 235 males and 213 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 235 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 158 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 155 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 80 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Urathur
Urathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodikulam | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Koraikulam | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Malangudi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Theeyanur | North | 2.84 km |
| Semanur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Mallal | South | 3.10 km |
| Ettivayal | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Velanadu | West | 5.53 km |
| Thaliyanendal | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Ekkakudi | East | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urathur
Public transport in the Urathur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Urathur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urathur
Where is Urathur located?
Urathur village is located in Paramakudi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urathur?
Urathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urathur?
The pincode of Urathur is 623527.
What is the population of Urathur?
Urathur has a total population of 448, including 235 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Urathur?
There are 106 households in Urathur.
What is the literacy rate in Urathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urathur is 55.58%. Male literacy is 65.96% and female literacy is 44.13%.