Athur
Athur is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Authur is the gram panchayat of Athur village.
Here you can discover what makes Athur unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Athur’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 Athur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athur is 630608. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631004. Takkalam is nearest town to Athur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
As per 2019 stats, Athur village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Athur
Population of Athur
According to the 2011 Census, Athur has a total population of about 1,248, with approximately 617 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 477 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.64%, with male literacy at about 83.31% and female literacy near 68.15%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 617 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 230 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 514 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 103 | 201 |
Connectivity of Athur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athur. As per the 2011 stats, Athur 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 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athur
Knowing the nearby villages of Athur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athur
- Where is Athur located?
- Athur village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athur is Authur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athur?
- The pincode of Athur is 631004, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athur is 1,248, with 617 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athur village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athur is 75.64%. The male literacy rate is 83.31%, while the female literacy rate is 68.15%.