Puthagaram
Puthagaram is a village located in Tirupathur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Tirupathur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puthagaram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Puthagaram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puthagaram unique in its vibrant Tirupathur-Vellore region. You’ll see Puthagaram’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 Puthagaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthagaram is 631099. The village spans a total geographical area of 842.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635651. Tiruppathur is nearest town to Puthagaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Puthagaram
Population of Puthagaram
According to the 2011 Census, Puthagaram has a total population of about 9,434, with approximately 4,831 males and 4,603 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 922 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 61.77%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 54.03%. There are around 2,265 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthagaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,434 | 4,831 | 4,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,150 | 599 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 457 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,827 | 3,340 | 2,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,607 | 1,491 | 2,116 |
Connectivity of Puthagaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthagaram. As per the 2011 stats, Puthagaram 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 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthagaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthagaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthagaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthagaram
- Where is Puthagaram located?
- Puthagaram village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthagaram?
- Puthagaram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puthagaram?
- The pincode of Puthagaram is 635651, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthagaram is 9,434, with 4,831 males and 4,603 females.
- How many households are there in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthagaram village has a total of 2,265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthagaram is 61.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.03%.