Athiyur

Athiyur is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Athiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Athiyur 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 Athiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athiyur is 633288. The village spans a total geographical area of 731.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605801. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Athiyur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Athiyur 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 Rishivandiyam 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 Athiyur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,608 2,312 2,296
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 579 298 281
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,427 1,212 1,215
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,651 1,493 1,158
Illiterate Population 1,957 819 1,138

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

  • The total population of Athiyur village is around 4,608, including approximately 2,312 males and 2,296 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 579 children aged 0–6 years in Athiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Athiyur village has 2,427 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Athiyur village is about 57.53%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 50.44%.
  • There are around 973 households in Athiyur village.

Connectivity of Athiyur

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

Nearby Villages of Athiyur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Athiyur

Where is Athiyur located?
Athiyur village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athiyur?
Athiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Athiyur?
The pincode of Athiyur is 605801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athiyur is 4,608, with 2,312 males and 2,296 females.
How many households are there in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athiyur village has a total of 973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athiyur is 57.53%. The male literacy rate is 64.58%, while the female literacy rate is 50.44%.