Poolamedu Village Overview
Poolamedu is a village in Chidambaram tehsil of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 6 km from Chidambaram tehsil headquarters and around 56 km from Cuddalore district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Poolamedu village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Poolamedu village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poolamedu is 636902. The village covers a geographical area of 317.2 hectares and has a pincode of 608302. Chidambaram is the nearest town.
Location Map of Poolamedu
Population & Demographics of Poolamedu
This section provides population and demographic details of Poolamedu village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,605 | 826 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 382 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 683 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 143 | 224 |
Key population details of Poolamedu village are given below:
- Poolamedu village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,605, including approximately 826 males and 779 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 727 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Poolamedu village is high, with a literacy rate of about 77.13%.
- There are around 396 households in Poolamedu village.
Transport & Connectivity of Poolamedu
Transport facilities help residents of Poolamedu village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poolamedu
The following villages are located close to Poolamedu and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poolamedu
- Where is Poolamedu located?
- Poolamedu village is located in Chidambaram Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poolamedu?
- Poolamedu is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Poolamedu?
- The pincode of Poolamedu is 608302.
- What is the population of Poolamedu?
- Poolamedu has a total population of 1,605, including 826 males and 779 females.
- How many households are there in Poolamedu?
- There are 396 households in Poolamedu.
- What is the literacy rate in Poolamedu?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poolamedu is 77.13%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 71.25%.