Pettai
Pettai is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Varahoor is the gram panchayat of Pettai village.
Here you can discover what makes Pettai unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Pettai’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 Pettai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pettai is 636887. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608002. Annamalai Nagar is nearest town to Pettai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pettai
Population of Pettai
According to the 2011 Census, Pettai has a total population of about 525, with approximately 274 males and 251 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 434 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 82.86%, with male literacy at about 85.77% and female literacy near 79.68%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pettai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 274 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 228 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 435 | 235 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Connectivity of Pettai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pettai. As per the 2011 stats, Pettai 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pettai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pettai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pettai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pettai
- Where is Pettai located?
- Pettai village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pettai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pettai is Varahoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pettai?
- The pincode of Pettai is 608002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pettai is 525, with 274 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pettai village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pettai is 82.86%. The male literacy rate is 85.77%, while the female literacy rate is 79.68%.