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.
Here you can discover what makes Puthagaram unique in its vibrant Mannargudi-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Puthagaram’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 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.
Google Map of Puthagaram
Population of Puthagaram
According to the 2011 Census, Puthagaram has a total population of about 2,541, with approximately 1,301 males and 1,240 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.70%, with male literacy at about 76.02% and female literacy near 63.06%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthagaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.