Polagam
Polagam is a village located in Karaikal Taluk taluka of Karaikal district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 9km away from Karaikal, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Polagam village. As per 2009 stats, T R Pattinam South is the gram panchayat of Polagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Polagam unique in its vibrant Karaikal Taluk-Karaikal region. You’ll see Polagam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Polagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Polagam is 644993. The village spans a total geographical area of 368.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609606. Karaikal is nearest town to Polagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Polagam
Population of Polagam
According to the 2011 Census, Polagam has a total population of about 1,888, with approximately 944 males and 944 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 571 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.06%, with male literacy at about 73.52% and female literacy near 62.61%. There are around 499 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Polagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,888 | 944 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 279 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 694 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 250 | 353 |
Connectivity of Polagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Polagam. As per the 2011 stats, Polagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Polagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Polagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Polagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Polagam
- Where is Polagam located?
- Polagam village is situated in Karaikal Taluk Taluka, within the Karaikal district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Polagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Polagam is T R Pattinam South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Polagam?
- The pincode of Polagam is 609606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Polagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polagam is 1,888, with 944 males and 944 females.
- How many households are there in Polagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Polagam village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Polagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polagam is 68.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.52%, while the female literacy rate is 62.61%.