Puthurani - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Puthurani is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Puthurani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthurani is 640156. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.26 hectares and falls under the 630302 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Puthurani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puthurani
According to the 2011 Census, Puthurani village had a total population of 183 people, including 88 males and 95 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 89.87% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Puthurani
Puthurani 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 Puthurani
Puthurani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Puthurani is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthurani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthurani 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 Puthurani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthurani 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 Puthurani
Where is Puthurani located?
Puthurani village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthurani?
Puthurani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puthurani?
The pincode of Puthurani is 630302.
What is the population of Puthurani?
Puthurani had a total population of 183, including 88 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Puthurani?
Puthurani had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthurani was 77.64%. Male literacy was 89.87% and female literacy was 65.85%.