Poovalai East - Bhuvanagiri, Cuddalore
Poovalai East is a village situated in the Bhuvanagiri taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Chidambaram and around 40 km from Cuddalore. Poovalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poovalai East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poovalai East is 636750. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.65 hectares and falls under the 608601 pincode. Parangipettai is the nearest town.
Poovalai East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhuvanagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poovalai East
As per Census 2011, Poovalai East village has a total population of 1,946 people, consisting of 983 males and 963 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,296 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poovalai East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,946 | 983 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,105 | 542 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 733 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 250 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Poovalai East
Poovalai East is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Poovalai East
Poovalai East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Poovalai East has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Poovalai East is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poovalai East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poovalai East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poovalai East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poovalai East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Poovalai East
Where is Poovalai East located?
Poovalai East village is located in Bhuvanagiri Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poovalai East?
The Gram Panchayat of Poovalai East is Poovalai.
What is the pincode of Poovalai East?
The pincode of Poovalai East is 608601.
What is the population of Poovalai East?
Poovalai East has a total population of 1,946, including 983 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Poovalai East?
There are 482 households in Poovalai East.
What is the literacy rate in Poovalai East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poovalai East is 66.60%. Male literacy is 74.57% and female literacy is 58.46%.