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.

Polagam has its own place in the vibrant Karaikal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Polagam

Below is a concise population overview of Polagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Polagam village:

  • The total population of Polagam village is around 1,888, including approximately 944 males and 944 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Polagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Polagam village has 571 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Polagam village is about 68.06%, with male literacy at 73.52% and female literacy at 62.61%.
  • There are around 499 households in Polagam village.

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.

Vizhidiur Kizhamanai Neravy Keezhaiyur Vanjiur Thirumalairayanpattinam Kurumbagaram Ponbethy Puthakudy Nedungadu

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%.