Puthiragoundampalayam

Puthiragoundampalayam is a village located in Attur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Attur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Puthiragoundanpalayam is the gram panchayat of Puthiragoundampalayam village.

Here you can discover what makes Puthiragoundampalayam unique in its vibrant Attur-Salem region. You’ll see Puthiragoundampalayam’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 Puthiragoundampalayam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthiragoundampalayam is 634250. The village spans a total geographical area of 554.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636119. Ethapur is nearest town to Puthiragoundampalayam village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Puthiragoundampalayam 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 Attur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Puthiragoundampalayam

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Puthiragoundampalayam

According to the 2011 Census, Puthiragoundampalayam has a total population of about 2,315, with approximately 1,149 males and 1,166 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,657 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.93%, with male literacy at about 72.76% and female literacy near 55.23%. There are around 588 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthiragoundampalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,315 1,149 1,166
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 216 105 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,657 816 841
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 8 5
Literate Population 1,480 836 644
Illiterate Population 835 313 522

Connectivity of Puthiragoundampalayam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthiragoundampalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Puthiragoundampalayam 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 village

Nearby Villages of Puthiragoundampalayam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthiragoundampalayam

Where is Puthiragoundampalayam located?

Puthiragoundampalayam village is situated in Attur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Puthiragoundampalayam?

The Gram Panchayat of Puthiragoundampalayam is Puthiragoundanpalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Puthiragoundampalayam?

The pincode of Puthiragoundampalayam is 636119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Puthiragoundampalayam as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthiragoundampalayam is 2,315, with 1,149 males and 1,166 females.

How many households are there in Puthiragoundampalayam as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Puthiragoundampalayam village has a total of 588 households.

What is the literacy rate in Puthiragoundampalayam as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthiragoundampalayam is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 55.23%.