Alathurai
Alathurai is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Alathurai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alathurai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alathurai unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Alathurai’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 Alathurai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alathurai is 631430. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604408. Vandavasi is nearest town to Alathurai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Alathurai 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 Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Alathurai
Population of Alathurai
According to the 2011 Census, Alathurai has a total population of about 1,437, with approximately 745 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 432 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.61%, with male literacy at about 69.40% and female literacy near 51.16%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alathurai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 745 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 215 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 517 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 228 | 338 |
Connectivity of Alathurai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alathurai. As per the 2011 stats, Alathurai 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 34 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alathurai
Knowing the nearby villages of Alathurai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alathurai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alathurai
- Where is Alathurai located?
- Alathurai village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alathurai?
- Alathurai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alathurai?
- The pincode of Alathurai is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alathurai is 1,437, with 745 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Alathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alathurai village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alathurai is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 69.40%, while the female literacy rate is 51.16%.