Poovathur
Poovathur is a village located in Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Orathanadu (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Poovathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poovathur unique in its vibrant Orathanadu-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Poovathur’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 Poovathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poovathur is 638896. The village spans a total geographical area of 583.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614625. Orathanadu is nearest town to Poovathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Poovathur
Population of Poovathur
According to the 2011 Census, Poovathur has a total population of about 2,263, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,159 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 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 62.35%, with male literacy at about 70.56% and female literacy near 54.53%. There are around 528 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poovathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,263 | 1,104 | 1,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 137 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 779 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 325 | 527 |
Connectivity of Poovathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poovathur. As per the 2011 stats, Poovathur 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 Poovathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Poovathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poovathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poovathur
- Where is Poovathur located?
- Poovathur village is situated in Orathanadu Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poovathur?
- Poovathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poovathur?
- The pincode of Poovathur is 614625, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poovathur is 2,263, with 1,104 males and 1,159 females.
- How many households are there in Poovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poovathur village has a total of 528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poovathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poovathur is 62.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.56%, while the female literacy rate is 54.53%.