Maruvathur
Maruvathur is a village located in Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Thuraiyur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Sellipalayam is the gram panchayat of Maruvathur village.
Here you can discover what makes Maruvathur unique in its vibrant Thuraiyur-Tiruchirappalli region. You’ll see Maruvathur’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 Maruvathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maruvathur is 635779. The village spans a total geographical area of 1258.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621002. Thuraiyur is nearest town to Maruvathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Maruvathur 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 Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maruvathur
Population of Maruvathur
According to the 2011 Census, Maruvathur has a total population of about 5,572, with approximately 2,790 males and 2,782 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 584 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,139 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 65.67%, with male literacy at about 72.47% and female literacy near 58.84%. There are around 1,587 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maruvathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,572 | 2,790 | 2,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 300 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 585 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,659 | 2,022 | 1,637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 768 | 1,145 |
Connectivity of Maruvathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maruvathur. As per the 2011 stats, Maruvathur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maruvathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Maruvathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maruvathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maruvathur
- Where is Maruvathur located?
- Maruvathur village is situated in Thuraiyur Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maruvathur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maruvathur is Sellipalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maruvathur?
- The pincode of Maruvathur is 621002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maruvathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maruvathur is 5,572, with 2,790 males and 2,782 females.
- How many households are there in Maruvathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maruvathur village has a total of 1,587 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maruvathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maruvathur is 65.67%. The male literacy rate is 72.47%, while the female literacy rate is 58.84%.