Pelamarathur
Pelamarathur is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pelamarathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Palamarathur is the gram panchayat of Pelamarathur village.
Here you can discover what makes Pelamarathur unique in its vibrant Chengam-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Pelamarathur’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 Pelamarathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pelamarathur is 631842. The village spans a total geographical area of 1180.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635703. Chengam is nearest town to Pelamarathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Pelamarathur
Population of Pelamarathur
According to the 2011 Census, Pelamarathur has a total population of about 3,484, with approximately 1,825 males and 1,659 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,305. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.34%, with male literacy at about 57.48% and female literacy near 38.28%. There are around 821 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pelamarathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,484 | 1,825 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 267 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,305 | 1,731 | 1,574 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 1,049 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 776 | 1,024 |
Connectivity of Pelamarathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pelamarathur. As per the 2011 stats, Pelamarathur 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 5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 40 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pelamarathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Pelamarathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pelamarathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pelamarathur
- Where is Pelamarathur located?
- Pelamarathur village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pelamarathur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pelamarathur is Palamarathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pelamarathur?
- The pincode of Pelamarathur is 635703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pelamarathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pelamarathur is 3,484, with 1,825 males and 1,659 females.
- How many households are there in Pelamarathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pelamarathur village has a total of 821 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pelamarathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pelamarathur is 48.34%. The male literacy rate is 57.48%, while the female literacy rate is 38.28%.