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
As per Census 2011, Pudur village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 153 males and 159 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pudur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 312, including 153 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
There are 79 households in Pudur.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur is 31.73%. Male literacy is 41.18% and female literacy is 22.64%.