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.

Pettai 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 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.

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Population of Pettai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Pettai village is around 525, including approximately 274 males and 251 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Pettai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pettai village has 434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pettai village is about 82.86%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 79.68%.
  • There are around 115 households in Pettai village.

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.

Sengalmedu Nanjalur Chittimuttu Kadavacheri Sivapuri Varagur Thirukazhipalai Ambigapuram Jayamkondapattanam Perampattu Saliyanthoppu

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%.