Poruvazhy
About Poruvazhy
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poruvazhy village is 628376. Poruvazhy village is located in Kunnathur taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sasthamkotta (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Poruvazhy village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1935 hectares. Poruvazhy has a total population of 28,722 peoples, out of which male population is 13,669 while female population is 15,053. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1101 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poruvazhy village is 85.53% out of which 86.33% males and 84.80% females are literate. There are about 7,231 houses in poruvazhy village. Pincode of poruvazhy village locality is 690520.
When it comes to administration, Poruvazhy village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Poruvazhy village comes under Kunnathur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to poruvazhy village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Poruvazhy
The population details of Poruvazhy cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,722 | 13,669 | 15,053 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,794 | 1,454 | 1,340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5,266 | 2,536 | 2,730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 24,566 | 11,801 | 12,765 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,156 | 1,868 | 2,288 |
Connectivity of Poruvazhy
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poruvazhy
Where is Poruvazhy located?
Poruvazhy village is situated in Kunnathur Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poruvazhy?
Poruvazhy serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poruvazhy?
The pincode of Poruvazhy is 690520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poruvazhy as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poruvazhy is 28,722, with 13,669 males and 15,053 females.
How many households are there in Poruvazhy as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poruvazhy village has a total of 7,231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poruvazhy as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poruvazhy is 85.53%. The male literacy rate is 86.33%, while the female literacy rate is 84.80%.