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.
Here you can discover what makes Athiyur unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Athiyur’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 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.
Google Map of Athiyur
Population of Athiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Athiyur has a total population of about 4,608, with approximately 2,312 males and 2,296 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 579 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,427 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 57.53%, with male literacy at about 64.58% and female literacy near 50.44%. There are around 973 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.