Pethanur

Pethanur is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Pethanur village is also a gram panchayat.

Pethanur 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 Pethanur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pethanur is 633523. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606201. Chinnaselam is nearest town to Pethanur village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Pethanur village comes under Kallakurichi assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Pethanur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,583 800 783
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 89 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 778 400 378
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 861 523 338
Illiterate Population 722 277 445

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

  • The total population of Pethanur village is around 1,583, including approximately 800 males and 783 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Pethanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pethanur village has 778 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pethanur village is about 54.39%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 43.17%.
  • There are around 426 households in Pethanur village.

Connectivity of Pethanur

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

Nearby Villages of Pethanur

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

Vasudevanur Ammaiyagaram Poondi Thottapadi Rayarpalayam Siruvathur Varadappanur Pukkiravari Sirumangalam Kilnariyappanur Ogaiyur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pethanur

Where is Pethanur located?
Pethanur village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pethanur?
Pethanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pethanur?
The pincode of Pethanur is 606201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pethanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pethanur is 1,583, with 800 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Pethanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pethanur village has a total of 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pethanur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pethanur is 54.39%. The male literacy rate is 65.38%, while the female literacy rate is 43.17%.