Kattur
Kattur is a village located in Kodavasal taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kodavasal (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kattur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kattur unique in its vibrant Kodavasal-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Kattur’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 Kattur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kattur is 637989. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610104. Thiruvarur is nearest town to Kattur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kattur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kattur
Population of Kattur
According to the 2011 Census, Kattur has a total population of about 3,203, with approximately 1,623 males and 1,580 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.56%, with male literacy at about 78.50% and female literacy near 70.51%. There are around 841 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kattur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,203 | 1,623 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 183 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,275 | 641 | 634 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,388 | 1,274 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 349 | 466 |
Connectivity of Kattur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kattur. As per the 2011 stats, Kattur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kattur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kattur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kattur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kattur
- Where is Kattur located?
- Kattur village is situated in Kodavasal Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kattur?
- Kattur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kattur?
- The pincode of Kattur is 610104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kattur is 3,203, with 1,623 males and 1,580 females.
- How many households are there in Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kattur village has a total of 841 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kattur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kattur is 74.56%. The male literacy rate is 78.50%, while the female literacy rate is 70.51%.