Okkur

Okkur is a village located in Sivaganga taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from Sivaganga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Okkur village. As per 2009 stats, Piravaloor is the gram panchayat of Okkur village.

Okkur has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Okkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Okkur is 640233. The village spans a total geographical area of 1425.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630557. Sivaganga is nearest town to Okkur village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Okkur village comes under Sivaganga assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Okkur

Below is a concise population overview of Okkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,782 2,307 2,475
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 613 317 296
Scheduled Castes (SC) 543 257 286
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,439 1,784 1,655
Illiterate Population 1,343 523 820

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Okkur village:

  • The total population of Okkur village is around 4,782, including approximately 2,307 males and 2,475 females, with a sex ratio of 1072 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 613 children aged 0–6 years in Okkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Okkur village has 543 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Okkur village is about 71.92%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 66.87%.
  • There are around 1,324 households in Okkur village.

Connectivity of Okkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Okkur. As per the 2011 stats, Okkur 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Okkur

Knowing the nearby villages of Okkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Okkur.

Tirumalaikkoneripatti Kallarathinipatti Alagichippatti Melapungudi Kilapungudi Perungudi Nagarampatti Ammanpatti Kadaneri Paganeri Mangattendal

Frequently Asked Questions about Okkur

Where is Okkur located?
Okkur village is situated in Sivaganga Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Okkur is Piravaloor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Okkur?
The pincode of Okkur is 630557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Okkur is 4,782, with 2,307 males and 2,475 females.
How many households are there in Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Okkur village has a total of 1,324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Okkur is 71.92%. The male literacy rate is 77.33%, while the female literacy rate is 66.87%.