Puthakudi - Marungapuri, Tiruchirappalli
Puthakudi is a village situated in the Marungapuri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 40 km from Manapparai and around 62 km from Tiruchirappalli. Unaiyur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puthakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthakudi is 636104. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.87 hectares and falls under the 621305 pincode. Illuppur is the nearest town.
Puthakudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puthakudi
According to the 2011 Census, Puthakudi village had a total population of 209 people, including 106 males and 103 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.69%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 62.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Puthakudi
Puthakudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puthakudi
Puthakudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Puthakudi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthakudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puthakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthakudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puthakudi
Where is Puthakudi located?
Puthakudi village is located in Marungapuri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthakudi is Unaiyur.
What is the pincode of Puthakudi?
The pincode of Puthakudi is 621305.
What is the population of Puthakudi?
Puthakudi had a total population of 209, including 106 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Puthakudi?
Puthakudi had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthakudi was 75.69%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 62.37%.