Paluttankarai
Paluttankarai is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Lalpuram is the gram panchayat of Paluttankarai village.
Paluttankarai has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Paluttankarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paluttankarai is 636814. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608602. Chidambaram is nearest town to Paluttankarai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Paluttankarai
Below is a concise population overview of Paluttankarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 360 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 285 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 285 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 75 | 99 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paluttankarai village:
- The total population of Paluttankarai village is around 720, including approximately 360 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Paluttankarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paluttankarai village has 551 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paluttankarai village is about 75.83%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 72.50%.
- There are around 185 households in Paluttankarai village.
Connectivity of Paluttankarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paluttankarai. As per the 2011 stats, Paluttankarai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paluttankarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Paluttankarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paluttankarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paluttankarai
- Where is Paluttankarai located?
- Paluttankarai village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paluttankarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paluttankarai is Lalpuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paluttankarai?
- The pincode of Paluttankarai is 608602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paluttankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paluttankarai is 720, with 360 males and 360 females.
- How many households are there in Paluttankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paluttankarai village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paluttankarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paluttankarai is 75.83%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 72.50%.