Paithanth

Paithanth is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Paithanthurai is the gram panchayat of Paithanth village.

Paithanth 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 Paithanth

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paithanth is 633442. The village spans a total geographical area of 418.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606201. Vadakananthal is nearest town to Paithanth village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Paithanth 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 Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Paithanth

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,486 1,214 1,272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 156 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,285 631 654
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,460 810 650
Illiterate Population 1,026 404 622

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

  • The total population of Paithanth village is around 2,486, including approximately 1,214 males and 1,272 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Paithanth village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paithanth village has 1,285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paithanth village is about 58.73%, with male literacy at 66.72% and female literacy at 51.10%.
  • There are around 607 households in Paithanth village.

Connectivity of Paithanth

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paithanth. As per the 2011 stats, Paithanth 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Paithanth

Knowing the nearby villages of Paithanth helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paithanth.

Mattigaikurichi Kadathur Padarampallam Thengiyanatham Thagarai Eliyathur Nallathur Kudiraichandal Karanur Peruvangur Neelamangalam

Frequently Asked Questions about Paithanth

Where is Paithanth located?
Paithanth village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paithanth?
The Gram Panchayat of Paithanth is Paithanthurai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paithanth?
The pincode of Paithanth is 606201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paithanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paithanth is 2,486, with 1,214 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Paithanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paithanth village has a total of 607 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paithanth as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paithanth is 58.73%. The male literacy rate is 66.72%, while the female literacy rate is 51.10%.