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.
Here you can discover what makes Pethanur unique in its vibrant Kallakkurichi-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Pethanur’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 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.
Google Map of Pethanur
Population of Pethanur
According to the 2011 Census, Pethanur has a total population of about 1,583, with approximately 800 males and 783 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 778 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 54.39%, with male literacy at about 65.38% and female literacy near 43.17%. There are around 426 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pethanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.