Puthur

Puthur is a village located in Attur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Attur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Puthur village is also a gram panchayat.

Puthur 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 Puthur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 634296. The village spans a total geographical area of 515.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636112. Attur is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puthur

Below is a concise population overview of Puthur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,139 1,579 1,560
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 374 189 185
Scheduled Castes (SC) 792 385 407
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,906 1,136 770
Illiterate Population 1,233 443 790

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthur village:

  • The total population of Puthur village is around 3,139, including approximately 1,579 males and 1,560 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 374 children aged 0–6 years in Puthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puthur village has 792 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puthur village is about 60.72%, with male literacy at 71.94% and female literacy at 49.36%.
  • There are around 855 households in Puthur village.

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 village
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.

Sarvoy Deviakkurichi Talaivasal Pattuthurai Narakkurchi Nathakkarai Periyeri Aragalur Thiyaganur Arathi Agraharam Mammudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur

Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Attur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
Puthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 636112, 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 3,139, with 1,579 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 855 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 60.72%. The male literacy rate is 71.94%, while the female literacy rate is 49.36%.