Athurai
Athurai is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athurai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Athurai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athurai unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Athurai’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 Athurai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athurai is 631776. The village spans a total geographical area of 494.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606902. Polur is nearest town to Athurai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athurai 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 Polur 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 Athurai
Population of Athurai
According to the 2011 Census, Athurai has a total population of about 2,136, with approximately 1,059 males and 1,077 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 130 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.87%, with male literacy at about 75.17% and female literacy near 56.73%. There are around 513 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athurai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,136 | 1,059 | 1,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 796 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 263 | 466 |
Connectivity of Athurai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athurai. As per the 2011 stats, Athurai 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 Athurai
Knowing the nearby villages of Athurai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athurai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athurai
- Where is Athurai located?
- Athurai village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athurai?
- Athurai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athurai?
- The pincode of Athurai is 606902, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athurai is 2,136, with 1,059 males and 1,077 females.
- How many households are there in Athurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athurai village has a total of 513 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athurai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athurai is 65.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.73%.