Puttur
Puttur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puttur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vadaputhur is the gram panchayat of Puttur village.
Here you can discover what makes Puttur unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Puttur’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 Puttur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puttur is 632389. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604203. Gingee is nearest town to Puttur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Puttur
Population of Puttur
According to the 2011 Census, Puttur has a total population of about 609, with approximately 313 males and 296 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 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 64.20%, with male literacy at about 70.29% and female literacy near 57.77%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puttur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 313 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 147 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 391 | 220 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 93 | 125 |
Connectivity of Puttur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puttur. As per the 2011 stats, Puttur 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 17 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puttur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puttur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puttur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puttur
- Where is Puttur located?
- Puttur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puttur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puttur is Vadaputhur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puttur?
- The pincode of Puttur is 604203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puttur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puttur is 609, with 313 males and 296 females.
- How many households are there in Puttur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puttur village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puttur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puttur is 64.20%. The male literacy rate is 70.29%, while the female literacy rate is 57.77%.