Puthur
Puthur is a village located in Arani taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Arani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puthur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, 12 Puthur is the gram panchayat of Puthur village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthur unique in its vibrant Arani-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Puthur’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 Puthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 631171. The village spans a total geographical area of 831.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632317. Arani is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Puthur village comes under Arani assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Puthur
Population of Puthur
According to the 2011 Census, Puthur has a total population of about 2,008, with approximately 1,044 males and 964 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 911 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.14%, with male literacy at about 74.62% and female literacy near 56.95%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 1,044 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 468 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 779 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 265 | 415 |
Connectivity of Puthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthur 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 17 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur
- Where is Puthur located?
- Puthur village is situated in Arani Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is 12 Puthur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthur?
- The pincode of Puthur is 632317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 2,008, with 1,044 males and 964 females.
- How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 66.14%. The male literacy rate is 74.62%, while the female literacy rate is 56.95%.