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
As per Census 2011, Chokkanathaputtur village has a total population of 9,293 people, consisting of 4,660 males and 4,633 females. The village has 2,620 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 999 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,185 literate and 3,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,009 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chokkanathaputtur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 9,293, including 4,660 males and 4,633 females.
How many households are there in Chokkanathaputtur?
There are 2,620 households in Chokkanathaputtur.
What is the literacy rate in Chokkanathaputtur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokkanathaputtur is 66.56%. Male literacy is 75.24% and female literacy is 57.82%.