Puthur
Puthur is a village located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puthur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Puthur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puthur unique in its vibrant Katpadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Puthur’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 Puthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 630410. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632519. Thiruvalam is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puthur 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 Katpadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puthur
Population of Puthur
According to the 2011 Census, Puthur has a total population of about 2,078, with approximately 1,037 males and 1,041 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 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 61.60%, with male literacy at about 70.20% and female literacy near 53.03%. There are around 534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,037 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 728 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 309 | 489 |
Connectivity of Puthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthur. As per the 2011 stats, Puthur 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 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur
- Where is Puthur located?
- Puthur village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
- Puthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puthur?
- The pincode of Puthur is 632519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthur is 2,078, with 1,037 males and 1,041 females.
- How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 53.03%.