Puraiyoor
Puraiyoor is a village located in Tiruchendur taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tiruchendur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Puraiyoor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puraiyoor unique in its vibrant Tiruchendur-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Puraiyoor’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 Puraiyoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraiyoor is 642558. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628214. Thenthiruperai is nearest town to Puraiyoor village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puraiyoor
Population of Puraiyoor
According to the 2011 Census, Puraiyoor has a total population of about 1,325, with approximately 659 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 431 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 86.34%, with male literacy at about 88.77% and female literacy near 83.93%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puraiyoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 659 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 207 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 585 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 74 | 107 |
Connectivity of Puraiyoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraiyoor. As per the 2011 stats, Puraiyoor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puraiyoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Puraiyoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puraiyoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puraiyoor
- Where is Puraiyoor located?
- Puraiyoor village is situated in Tiruchendur Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puraiyoor?
- Puraiyoor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puraiyoor?
- The pincode of Puraiyoor is 628214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puraiyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraiyoor is 1,325, with 659 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Puraiyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puraiyoor village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puraiyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraiyoor is 86.34%. The male literacy rate is 88.77%, while the female literacy rate is 83.93%.