Pudur - Yercaud, Salem
Pudur is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudur is 634077. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.22 hectares and falls under the 636601 pincode. Yercaud is the nearest town.
Pudur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Pudur
According to the 2011 Census, Pudur village had a total population of 312 people, including 153 males and 159 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.48%, with male literacy at 47.01% and female literacy at 24.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 140 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 63 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 90 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Pudur
Pudur 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 Pudur
Pudur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pudur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Pudur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pudur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pudur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pudur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pudur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pudur
Where is Pudur located?
Pudur village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pudur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudur is Semmanatham.
What is the pincode of Pudur?
The pincode of Pudur is 636601.
What is the population of Pudur?
Pudur had a total population of 312, including 153 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
Pudur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur was 35.48%. Male literacy was 47.01% and female literacy was 24.83%.