Athiyur
Athiyur is a village located in Kumbakonam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbakonam (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Athiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athiyur unique in its vibrant Kumbakonam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Athiyur’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 Athiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athiyur is 638470. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612205. Kumbakonam is nearest town to Athiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athiyur
Population of Athiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Athiyur has a total population of about 2,633, with approximately 1,344 males and 1,289 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 932 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.20%, with male literacy at about 74.48% and female literacy near 57.56%. There are around 666 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,633 | 1,344 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 148 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 463 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,743 | 1,001 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 343 | 547 |
Connectivity of Athiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Athiyur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Athiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athiyur
- Where is Athiyur located?
- Athiyur village is situated in Kumbakonam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athiyur?
- Athiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athiyur?
- The pincode of Athiyur is 612205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athiyur is 2,633, with 1,344 males and 1,289 females.
- How many households are there in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athiyur village has a total of 666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athiyur is 66.20%. The male literacy rate is 74.48%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.