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.
Here you can discover what makes Puthur unique in its vibrant Attur-Salem 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 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.
Google Map of Puthur
Population of Puthur
According to the 2011 Census, Puthur has a total population of about 3,139, with approximately 1,579 males and 1,560 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 374 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 792 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 60.72%, with male literacy at about 71.94% and female literacy near 49.36%. There are around 855 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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.