Puthurani
Puthurani is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Puthurani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puthurani unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Puthurani’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 Puthurani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthurani is 640156. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630303. Devakottai is nearest town to Puthurani village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Puthurani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puthurani
Population of Puthurani
According to the 2011 Census, Puthurani has a total population of about 183, with approximately 88 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 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 68.31%, with male literacy at about 80.68% and female literacy near 56.84%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthurani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Connectivity of Puthurani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthurani. As per the 2011 stats, Puthurani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthurani
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthurani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthurani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthurani
- Where is Puthurani located?
- Puthurani village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthurani?
- Puthurani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puthurani?
- The pincode of Puthurani is 630303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthurani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthurani is 183, with 88 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Puthurani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthurani village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthurani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthurani is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.84%.