Puthagaram
Puthagaram is a village located in Mannargudi taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mannargudi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kummattithidal is the gram panchayat of Puthagaram village.
Puthagaram 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 Puthagaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthagaram is 638317. The village spans a total geographical area of 859.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614705. Muthupet is nearest town to Puthagaram village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Puthagaram 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 Puthagaram
Below is a concise population overview of Puthagaram 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 | 2,541 | 1,301 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 361 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 989 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 312 | 458 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthagaram village:
- The total population of Puthagaram village is around 2,541, including approximately 1,301 males and 1,240 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Puthagaram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puthagaram village has 683 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puthagaram village is about 69.70%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 63.06%.
- There are around 690 households in Puthagaram village.
Connectivity of Puthagaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthagaram. As per the 2011 stats, Puthagaram 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthagaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthagaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthagaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthagaram
- Where is Puthagaram located?
- Puthagaram village is situated in Mannargudi Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthagaram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthagaram is Kummattithidal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthagaram?
- The pincode of Puthagaram is 614705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthagaram is 2,541, with 1,301 males and 1,240 females.
- How many households are there in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthagaram village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthagaram is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 76.02%, while the female literacy rate is 63.06%.