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.
Athurai has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Athurai
Below is a concise population overview of Athurai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athurai village:
- The total population of Athurai village is around 2,136, including approximately 1,059 males and 1,077 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Athurai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athurai village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Athurai village is about 65.87%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 56.73%.
- There are around 513 households in Athurai village.
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%.