Chokkanathaputtur - Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar
Chokkanathaputtur is a village situated in the Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapalayam and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Chokkanathanputhur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chokkanathaputtur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokkanathaputtur is 641202. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.63 hectares and falls under the 626121 pincode. Sethur is the nearest town.
Chokkanathaputtur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapalayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokkanathaputtur
According to the 2011 Census, Chokkanathaputtur village had a total population of 9,293 people, including 4,660 males and 4,633 females, living in 2,620 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.57%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 64.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,009, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,293 | 4,660 | 4,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 999 | 499 | 500 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,009 | 492 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,185 | 3,506 | 2,679 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,108 | 1,154 | 1,954 |
Nearby Villages of Chokkanathaputtur
Chokkanathaputtur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chokkanathaputtur
Chokkanathaputtur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Chokkanathaputtur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokkanathaputtur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokkanathaputtur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chokkanathaputtur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokkanathaputtur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chokkanathaputtur
Where is Chokkanathaputtur located?
Chokkanathaputtur village is located in Rajapalayam Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokkanathaputtur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokkanathaputtur is Chokkanathanputhur.
What is the pincode of Chokkanathaputtur?
The pincode of Chokkanathaputtur is 626121.
What is the population of Chokkanathaputtur?
Chokkanathaputtur had a total population of 9,293, including 4,660 males and 4,633 females.
How many households are there in Chokkanathaputtur?
Chokkanathaputtur had 2,620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokkanathaputtur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokkanathaputtur was 74.57%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 64.82%.