Athur (I) - Ponneri, Thiruvallur
Athur (I) is a village situated in the Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Athur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athur (I) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athur (I) is 628745. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.24 hectares and falls under the 600067 pincode. Sengunram is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Athur (I) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athur (I)
As per Census 2011, Athur (I) village has a total population of 3,866 people, consisting of 1,940 males and 1,926 females. The village has 969 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,513 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athur (I) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,866 | 1,940 | 1,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 210 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,523 | 782 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,395 | 1,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 545 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Athur (I)
Athur (I) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanodai | East | 1.89 km |
| Bandikavanoor | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kottakuppam | West | 2.12 km |
| Erumaivettipalayam R.f. | South | 2.12 km |
| New Erumaivettipalayam | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Sholavaram | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Jaganathapuram | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Ernavakkam | North | 3.16 km |
| Manjankaranai | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Old Erumaivettipalayam | South-West | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athur (I)
Public transport in the Athur (I) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ponneri, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 4 |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sengunram to Athur (I) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athur (I)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athur (I) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athur (I)
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 (I) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athur (I)
Where is Athur (I) located?
Athur (I) village is located in Ponneri Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athur (I)?
The Gram Panchayat of Athur (I) is Athur.
What is the pincode of Athur (I)?
The pincode of Athur (I) is 600067.
What is the population of Athur (I)?
Athur (I) has a total population of 3,866, including 1,940 males and 1,926 females.
How many households are there in Athur (I)?
There are 969 households in Athur (I).
What is the literacy rate in Athur (I)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athur (I) is 65.00%. Male literacy is 71.91% and female literacy is 58.05%.