Kalathur West - Pattukkottai, Thanjavur
Kalathur West is a village situated in the Pattukkottai taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pattukkottai and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Kalathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalathur West village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalathur West is 639087. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.65 hectares and falls under the 614804 pincode. Pattukkottai is the nearest town.
Kalathur West village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peravurani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalathur West
As per Census 2011, Kalathur West village has a total population of 2,288 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,172 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,705 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalathur West are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,288 | 1,116 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,705 | 899 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 217 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Kalathur West
Kalathur West 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 Kalathur West
Kalathur West is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kalathur West.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Kalathur West is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalathur West
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalathur West village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalathur West
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalathur West village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalathur West
Where is Kalathur West located?
Kalathur West village is located in Pattukkottai Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalathur West?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalathur West is Kalathur.
What is the pincode of Kalathur West?
The pincode of Kalathur West is 614804.
What is the population of Kalathur West?
Kalathur West has a total population of 2,288, including 1,116 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Kalathur West?
There are 582 households in Kalathur West.
What is the literacy rate in Kalathur West?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalathur West is 74.52%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 68.77%.