Orathur
Orathur is a village located in Thiruvaiyaru taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Thiruvaiyaru (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Orathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Orathur unique in its vibrant Thiruvaiyaru-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Orathur’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 Orathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orathur is 638747. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613602. Thiruvaiyaru is nearest town to Orathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Orathur
Population of Orathur
According to the 2011 Census, Orathur has a total population of about 1,512, with approximately 777 males and 735 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 514 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 79.83%, with male literacy at about 85.84% and female literacy near 73.47%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Orathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 777 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 269 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 667 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 110 | 195 |
Connectivity of Orathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orathur. As per the 2011 stats, Orathur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Orathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Orathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Orathur
- Where is Orathur located?
- Orathur village is situated in Thiruvaiyaru Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Orathur?
- Orathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Orathur?
- The pincode of Orathur is 613602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orathur is 1,512, with 777 males and 735 females.
- How many households are there in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orathur village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orathur is 79.83%. The male literacy rate is 85.84%, while the female literacy rate is 73.47%.