Athiyur
Athiyur is a village located in Vellore taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore is the district & sub-district headquarter of Athiyur village. As per 2009 stats, Athiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Athiyur has its own place in the vibrant Vellore 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 Athiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athiyur is 630834. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632105. Pennathur is nearest town to Athiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athiyur 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 Anaikattu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Athiyur
Population of Athiyur
Below is a concise population overview of Athiyur 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 | 4,408 | 2,159 | 2,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 230 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 2,787 | 1,542 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,621 | 617 | 1,004 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athiyur village:
- The total population of Athiyur village is around 4,408, including approximately 2,159 males and 2,249 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 478 children aged 0–6 years in Athiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athiyur village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 456 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athiyur village is about 63.23%, with male literacy at 71.42% and female literacy at 55.36%.
- There are around 1,084 households in Athiyur village.
Connectivity of Athiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Athiyur 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 13 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Athiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athiyur
- Where is Athiyur located?
- Athiyur village is situated in Vellore Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athiyur?
- Athiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athiyur?
- The pincode of Athiyur is 632105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athiyur is 4,408, with 2,159 males and 2,249 females.
- How many households are there in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athiyur village has a total of 1,084 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athiyur is 63.23%. The male literacy rate is 71.42%, while the female literacy rate is 55.36%.