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.

Here you can discover what makes Orathur unique in its vibrant Mannargudi-Thiruvarur 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 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.

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Population of Orathur

According to the 2011 Census, Orathur has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 515 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 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 746 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 74.03%, with male literacy at about 82.33% and female literacy near 65.83%. There are around 284 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.