Alathur
Alathur is a village located in Sankari taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sankari (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Alathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alathur unique in its vibrant Sankari-Salem region. You’ll see Alathur’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 Alathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alathur is 633943. The village spans a total geographical area of 749.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637303. Thevur is nearest town to Alathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alathur
Population of Alathur
According to the 2011 Census, Alathur has a total population of about 2,318, with approximately 1,205 males and 1,113 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 676 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 57.38%, with male literacy at about 66.97% and female literacy near 46.99%. There are around 651 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,318 | 1,205 | 1,113 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 366 | 310 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,330 | 807 | 523 |
Illiterate Population | 988 | 398 | 590 |
Connectivity of Alathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alathur. As per the 2011 stats, Alathur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Alathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alathur
- Where is Alathur located?
- Alathur village is situated in Sankari Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alathur?
- Alathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alathur?
- The pincode of Alathur is 637303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alathur is 2,318, with 1,205 males and 1,113 females.
- How many households are there in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alathur village has a total of 651 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alathur is 57.38%. The male literacy rate is 66.97%, while the female literacy rate is 46.99%.