Puthur - Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar
Puthur is a village situated in the Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapalayam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Arulputhur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puthur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthur is 641198. The village covers a total geographical area of 1805.21 hectares and falls under the 626121 pincode.
Puthur 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 Puthur
As per Census 2011, Puthur village has a total population of 8,230 people, consisting of 4,162 males and 4,068 females. The village has 2,306 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 875 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,764 literate and 2,466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puthur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,230 | 4,162 | 4,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 875 | 448 | 427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,794 | 884 | 910 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 5,764 | 3,237 | 2,527 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,466 | 925 | 1,541 |
Nearby Villages of Puthur
Puthur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallamangalam | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Inam Kovilpatti | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Ilandiraikondan | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Chettiarpatti | North | 3.72 km |
| Thenmalai Part 1 | South | 4.57 km |
| Perumalpatti | East | 4.60 km |
| Kovilur | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Terkuvenganallur | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Paruvakkudi | South-East | 6.98 km |
| Pandappuli | South-East | 8.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puthur
Puthur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cholapuram, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Puthur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puthur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puthur
Where is Puthur located?
Puthur village is located in Rajapalayam Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthur is Arulputhur.
What is the pincode of Puthur?
The pincode of Puthur is 626121.
What is the population of Puthur?
Puthur has a total population of 8,230, including 4,162 males and 4,068 females.
How many households are there in Puthur?
There are 2,306 households in Puthur.
What is the literacy rate in Puthur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthur is 70.04%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 62.12%.