Valathur
Valathur is a village located in Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Papanasam (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Valuthur is the gram panchayat of Valathur village.
Here you can discover what makes Valathur unique in its vibrant Papanasam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Valathur’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 Valathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valathur is 638608. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614210. Thanjavur is nearest town to Valathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Valathur
Population of Valathur
According to the 2011 Census, Valathur has a total population of about 5,161, with approximately 2,386 males and 2,775 females. The sex ratio is around 1163 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 603 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,548 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.08%, with male literacy at about 77.66% and female literacy near 72.86%. There are around 1,222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,161 | 2,386 | 2,775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 321 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,548 | 781 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,875 | 1,853 | 2,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 533 | 753 |
Connectivity of Valathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valathur. As per the 2011 stats, Valathur 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Valathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Valathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valathur
- Where is Valathur located?
- Valathur village is situated in Papanasam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valathur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Valathur is Valuthur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Valathur?
- The pincode of Valathur is 614210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Valathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valathur is 5,161, with 2,386 males and 2,775 females.
- How many households are there in Valathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valathur village has a total of 1,222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valathur is 75.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.66%, while the female literacy rate is 72.86%.