Athur Thottam - Papanasam, Thanjavur
Athur Thottam is a village situated in the Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Papanasam and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Melakalakudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athur Thottam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athur Thottam is 638643. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.26 hectares and falls under the 613501 pincode. Thanjavur is the nearest town.
Athur Thottam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Papanasam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athur Thottam
According to the 2011 Census, Athur Thottam village had a total population of 214 people, including 115 males and 99 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 81.63% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 214 | 115 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Athur Thottam
Athur Thottam 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 Athur Thottam
Athur Thottam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Athur Thottam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Athur Thottam is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athur Thottam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athur Thottam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athur Thottam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athur Thottam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athur Thottam
Where is Athur Thottam located?
Athur Thottam village is located in Papanasam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athur Thottam?
The Gram Panchayat of Athur Thottam is Melakalakudi.
What is the pincode of Athur Thottam?
The pincode of Athur Thottam is 613501.
What is the population of Athur Thottam?
Athur Thottam had a total population of 214, including 115 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Athur Thottam?
Athur Thottam had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athur Thottam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athur Thottam was 75.79%. Male literacy was 81.63% and female literacy was 69.57%.