Aathur
Locality in Chennai, India
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Aathur (pronounced ˈɑː.θʊər, Tamil: /ˈtʃɛnaɪ/, IAST: Āthur), often spelled as Athur or Athoor, is a suburban locality situated near Chengalpattu in the southern part of the Chennai metropolitan area, Tamil Nadu, India. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Chengalpattu district and is part of the Greater Chennai region.[1]
Geography
Aathur is located approximately 5 kilometers west of the Chengalpattu Bridge, along the Grand Southern Trunk (GST) Road. The locality is well-connected to Chennai and other neighboring regions through road networks, making it accessible for commuters.[2][3]
Transport
Demographics
Aathur Census Details (2011)
Source:[8]
- Local Languages: Tamil and English
- Total Population: 2,189
- Number of Houses: 534
- Female Population: 48.6% (1,064)
- Village Literacy Rate: 76.4% (1,672)
- Female Literacy Rate: 33.9% (743)
Population Breakdown
| Census Parameter | Census Data |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,189 |
| Total Number of Houses | 534 |
| Female Population % | 48.6% (1,064) |
| Total Literacy Rate % | 76.4% (1,672) |
| Female Literacy Rate | 33.9% (743) |
| Scheduled Tribes Population % | 3.7% (80) |
| Scheduled Caste Population % | 34.9% (765) |
| Working Population % | 56.2% |
| Child (0-6) Population (2011) | 252 |
| Girl Child (0-6) Population % (2011) | 53.6% (135) |
