Poovam

Poovam is a village located in Karaikal Taluk taluka of Karaikal district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 10km away from Karaikal, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Poovam village. As per 2009 stats, Poovam village is also a gram panchayat.

Poovam 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 Poovam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poovam is 644984. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609609. Karaikal is nearest town to Poovam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Poovam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,565 765 800
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 100 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 370 178 192
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,220 608 612
Illiterate Population 345 157 188

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

  • The total population of Poovam village is around 1,565, including approximately 765 males and 800 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Poovam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poovam village has 370 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Poovam village is about 77.96%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 76.50%.
  • There are around 388 households in Poovam village.

Connectivity of Poovam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poovam. As per the 2011 stats, Poovam 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Poovam

Knowing the nearby villages of Poovam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poovam.

Varichikudy Thiruvettakudy Kottucherry Vizhidiur Kizhamanai Neravy

Frequently Asked Questions about Poovam

Where is Poovam located?
Poovam village is situated in Karaikal Taluk Taluka, within the Karaikal district of Puducherry, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poovam?
Poovam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poovam?
The pincode of Poovam is 609609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poovam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poovam is 1,565, with 765 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Poovam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poovam village has a total of 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poovam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poovam is 77.96%. The male literacy rate is 79.48%, while the female literacy rate is 76.50%.