Gurupuram
Gurupuram is a village located in Uthukkottai taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Uthukkottai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gurupuram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Meyyur is the gram panchayat of Gurupuram village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurupuram unique in its vibrant Uthukkottai-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Gurupuram’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 Gurupuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurupuram is 628837. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 601103. Uthukkottai is nearest town to Gurupuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gurupuram
Population of Gurupuram
According to the 2011 Census, Gurupuram has a total population of about 601, with approximately 296 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 134. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.42%, with male literacy at about 53.04% and female literacy near 43.93%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurupuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 296 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 157 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 139 | 171 |
Connectivity of Gurupuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurupuram. As per the 2011 stats, Gurupuram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 21 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurupuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurupuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurupuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurupuram
- Where is Gurupuram located?
- Gurupuram village is situated in Uthukkottai Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurupuram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurupuram is Meyyur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurupuram?
- The pincode of Gurupuram is 601103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurupuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurupuram is 601, with 296 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Gurupuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurupuram village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurupuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurupuram is 48.42%. The male literacy rate is 53.04%, while the female literacy rate is 43.93%.