Pinnathur - Muthupettai, Thiruvarur
Pinnathur is a village situated in the Muthupettai taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from Thiruthuraipoondi and around 42 km from Thiruvarur. Pinnathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinnathur is 638373. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.09 hectares and falls under the 614706 pincode. Muthupet is the nearest town.
Pinnathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruthuraipoondi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pinnathur
As per Census 2011, Pinnathur village has a total population of 3,608 people, consisting of 1,780 males and 1,828 females. The village has 974 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,563 literate and 1,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinnathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,608 | 1,780 | 1,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 178 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,829 | 905 | 924 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,563 | 1,375 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 405 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Pinnathur
Pinnathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tholi | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Sanganthi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Udayamarthandapuram | South | 2.78 km |
| Puthagaram | West | 3.04 km |
| Vadasanganthi | North | 3.45 km |
| Uppur | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Edaiyur | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Melaperumazhai | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Devadanam | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Ariyalur | North | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pinnathur
Pinnathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atirampattinam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Pinnathur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinnathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinnathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pinnathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinnathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pinnathur
Where is Pinnathur located?
Pinnathur village is located in Muthupettai Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinnathur?
Pinnathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pinnathur?
The pincode of Pinnathur is 614706.
What is the population of Pinnathur?
Pinnathur has a total population of 3,608, including 1,780 males and 1,828 females.
How many households are there in Pinnathur?
There are 974 households in Pinnathur.
What is the literacy rate in Pinnathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinnathur is 71.04%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 64.99%.