Maruthur - Yercaud, Salem
Maruthur is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Maramangalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maruthur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maruthur is 634117. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.22 hectares and falls under the 636601 pincode. Yercaud is the nearest town.
Maruthur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maruthur
According to the 2011 Census, Maruthur village had a total population of 131 people, including 70 males and 61 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.86%, with male literacy at 40.98% and female literacy at 21.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 25 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 45 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Maruthur
Maruthur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maruthur
Maruthur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Maruthur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maruthur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maruthur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maruthur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maruthur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maruthur
Where is Maruthur located?
Maruthur village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maruthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maruthur is Maramangalam.
What is the pincode of Maruthur?
The pincode of Maruthur is 636601.
What is the population of Maruthur?
Maruthur had a total population of 131, including 70 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Maruthur?
Maruthur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maruthur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maruthur was 31.86%. Male literacy was 40.98% and female literacy was 21.15%.