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.
Puthiragoundampalayam has its own place in the vibrant Salem 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 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.
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Population of Puthiragoundampalayam
Below is a concise population overview of Puthiragoundampalayam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthiragoundampalayam village:
- The total population of Puthiragoundampalayam village is around 2,315, including approximately 1,149 males and 1,166 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 216 children aged 0–6 years in Puthiragoundampalayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthiragoundampalayam village has 1,657 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puthiragoundampalayam village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 55.23%.
- There are around 588 households in Puthiragoundampalayam village.
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%.