Kattur
Kattur is a village located in Kumbakonam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbakonam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Koohur is the gram panchayat of Kattur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kattur unique in its vibrant Kumbakonam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Kattur’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 Kattur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kattur is 638560. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612602. Kumbakonam is nearest town to Kattur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kattur
Population of Kattur
According to the 2011 Census, Kattur has a total population of about 1,477, with approximately 745 males and 732 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 516 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 76.24%, with male literacy at about 82.68% and female literacy near 69.67%. There are around 358 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kattur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,477 | 745 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 60 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 276 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 616 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 129 | 222 |
Connectivity of Kattur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kattur. As per the 2011 stats, Kattur 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 Kattur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kattur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kattur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kattur
- Where is Kattur located?
- Kattur village is situated in Kumbakonam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kattur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kattur is Koohur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kattur?
- The pincode of Kattur is 612602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kattur is 1,477, with 745 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kattur village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kattur is 76.24%. The male literacy rate is 82.68%, while the female literacy rate is 69.67%.