Pudur - Karaikkudi, Sivaganga
Pudur is a village situated in the Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karaikkudi and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Amaravathiputhur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudur is 640097. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.94 hectares and falls under the 630301 pincode. Karaikudi 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 Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pudur
As per Census 2011, Pudur village has a total population of 2,814 people, consisting of 1,388 males and 1,426 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,137 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pudur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,388 | 1,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 494 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,137 | 1,133 | 1,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 255 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Pudur
Pudur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Perattukkottai | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Ariyakkudi | North | 2.31 km |
| Aravayal | South | 2.87 km |
| Unjanai | East | 3.51 km |
| Melasembonmari | South | 4.12 km |
| Senjai | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Illuppaikkudi | North | 4.97 km |
| Thenniervayal | South | 5.92 km |
| Sirumarudhur | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Iruvinivayal | East | 6.27 km |
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 Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Pudur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pudur
Where is Pudur located?
Pudur village is located in Karaikkudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pudur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudur is Amaravathiputhur.
What is the pincode of Pudur?
The pincode of Pudur is 630301.
What is the population of Pudur?
Pudur has a total population of 2,814, including 1,388 males and 1,426 females.
How many households are there in Pudur?
There are 705 households in Pudur.
What is the literacy rate in Pudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudur is 75.94%. Male literacy is 81.63% and female literacy is 70.41%.