Orathur
Orathur is a village located in Mannargudi taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mannargudi (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Orathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Orathur has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvarur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Orathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orathur is 638293. The village spans a total geographical area of 327.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614717. Mannargudi is nearest town to Orathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Orathur 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 Thiruthuraipoondi 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 Orathur
Population of Orathur
Below is a concise population overview of Orathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 515 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 376 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 767 | 424 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 91 | 178 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orathur village:
- The total population of Orathur village is around 1,036, including approximately 515 males and 521 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Orathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Orathur village has 746 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Orathur village is about 74.03%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 65.83%.
- There are around 284 households in Orathur village.
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 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 Mannargudi Taluka, within the Thiruvarur 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 614717, 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 1,036, with 515 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orathur village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orathur is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 82.33%, while the female literacy rate is 65.83%.