Poovathur - Orathanadu, Thanjavur
Poovathur is a village situated in the Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orathanadu and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Poovathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poovathur is 638896. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.1 hectares and falls under the 614625 pincode. Orathanadu is the nearest town.
Poovathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poovathur
According to the 2011 Census, Poovathur village had a total population of 2,263 people, including 1,104 males and 1,159 females, living in 528 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 60.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 779 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 325 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Poovathur
Poovathur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Poovathur
Poovathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Poovathur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poovathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poovathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Poovathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poovathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poovathur
Where is Poovathur located?
Poovathur village is located in Orathanadu Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poovathur?
Poovathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poovathur?
The pincode of Poovathur is 614625.
What is the population of Poovathur?
Poovathur had a total population of 2,263, including 1,104 males and 1,159 females.
How many households are there in Poovathur?
Poovathur had 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poovathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poovathur was 70.13%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 60.48%.