Puthur

Puthur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puthur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thenputhur is the gram panchayat of Puthur village.

Puthur has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Puthur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthur is 632500. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604306. Thindivanam is nearest town to Puthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Puthur

Below is a concise population overview of Puthur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,372 685 687
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 83 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 333 170 163
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 856 487 369
Illiterate Population 516 198 318

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puthur village:

  • The total population of Puthur village is around 1,372, including approximately 685 males and 687 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Puthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puthur village has 333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puthur village is about 62.39%, with male literacy at 71.09% and female literacy at 53.71%.
  • There are around 332 households in Puthur village.

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 5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 4 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.

Vailamur Kalladikuppam Marur Nagandur Dalavalappattu Perampattu Amur Siruvadi R F Muttakadu R F Pakkamalai R F Pulinjimalai R F

Frequently Asked Questions about Puthur

Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is Thenputhur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 604306, 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 1,372, with 685 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puthur village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthur is 62.39%. The male literacy rate is 71.09%, while the female literacy rate is 53.71%.