Pinnattur East - Chidambaram, Cuddalore
Pinnattur East is a village situated in the Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chidambaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Pinnathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinnattur East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinnattur East is 636811. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.77 hectares and falls under the 608102 pincode. Chidambaram is the nearest town.
Pinnattur 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 Chidambaram Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pinnattur East
As per Census 2011, Pinnattur East village has a total population of 2,464 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,220 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,780 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 744 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinnattur East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,244 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 173 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 367 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,780 | 946 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 298 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Pinnattur East
Pinnattur East is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhavilagam | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Uthamasozhamangalam | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kodippallam | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Nakkaravanthangudi | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Kanakkarapattu | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Kumaramangalam | South | 3.32 km |
| Kezhanuvampattu | West | 3.34 km |
| Kovilampundi | West | 3.48 km |
| Pichavaram Extension R.f. | East | 3.56 km |
| Vasaputhur | South | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pinnattur East
Pinnattur East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kille, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Pinnattur East is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinnattur East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinnattur East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pinnattur 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 Pinnattur East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pinnattur East
Where is Pinnattur East located?
Pinnattur East village is located in Chidambaram Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinnattur East?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinnattur East is Pinnathur.
What is the pincode of Pinnattur East?
The pincode of Pinnattur East is 608102.
What is the population of Pinnattur East?
Pinnattur East has a total population of 2,464, including 1,244 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Pinnattur East?
There are 596 households in Pinnattur East.
What is the literacy rate in Pinnattur East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinnattur East is 72.24%. Male literacy is 76.05% and female literacy is 68.36%.