Kethanur - Palladam, Tiruppur
Kethanur is a village situated in the Palladam taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palladam and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Kethanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kethanur is 644806. The village covers a total geographical area of 1753.59 hectares and falls under the 641671 pincode. Palladam is the nearest town.
Kethanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palladam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coimbatore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kethanur
As per Census 2011, Kethanur village has a total population of 3,797 people, consisting of 1,885 males and 1,912 females. The village has 1,128 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 1,347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kethanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,797 | 1,885 | 1,912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,334 | 658 | 676 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,333 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 552 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Kethanur
Kethanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| K.krishnapuram | West | 3.98 km |
| Anuppatti | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Vadambacheri | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Chittambalam | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Elavanthi | East | 5.07 km |
| Vavipalayam | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Puliampatti | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Vadugapalayam | North | 5.98 km |
| Panickkampatti | North | 6.16 km |
| Kammalapatti | South | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kethanur
Kethanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somanur, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Kethanur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kethanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kethanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kethanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kethanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kethanur
Where is Kethanur located?
Kethanur village is located in Palladam Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kethanur?
Kethanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kethanur?
The pincode of Kethanur is 641671.
What is the population of Kethanur?
Kethanur has a total population of 3,797, including 1,885 males and 1,912 females.
How many households are there in Kethanur?
There are 1,128 households in Kethanur.
What is the literacy rate in Kethanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethanur is 64.52%. Male literacy is 70.72% and female literacy is 58.42%.