Athur
Athur is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Athur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athur unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Athur’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 Athur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athur is 633634. The village spans a total geographical area of 642.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606102. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Athur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athur
Population of Athur
According to the 2011 Census, Athur has a total population of about 4,981, with approximately 2,510 males and 2,471 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.37%, with male literacy at about 70.48% and female literacy near 48.08%. There are around 1,072 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,981 | 2,510 | 2,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 330 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 249 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,957 | 1,769 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 741 | 1,283 |
Connectivity of Athur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athur. As per the 2011 stats, Athur 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 Athur
Knowing the nearby villages of Athur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athur
- Where is Athur located?
- Athur village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athur?
- Athur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athur?
- The pincode of Athur is 606102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athur is 4,981, with 2,510 males and 2,471 females.
- How many households are there in Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athur village has a total of 1,072 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athur is 59.37%. The male literacy rate is 70.48%, while the female literacy rate is 48.08%.