Poonthottam
About Poonthottam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poonthottam village is 636850. Poonthottam village is located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Punthottam is the gram panchayat of Poonthottam village.
The total geographical area of village is 167.49 hectares. Poonthottam has a total population of 638 peoples, out of which male population is 295 while female population is 343. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1162 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poonthottam village is 71.00% out of which 79.32% males and 63.85% females are literate. There are about 167 houses in poonthottam village. Pincode of poonthottam village locality is 608201.
Chidambaram is nearest town to poonthottam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Poonthottam
The population details of Poonthottam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 295 | 343 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 307 | 139 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 453 | 234 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 61 | 124 |
Connectivity of Poonthottam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poonthottam
Where is Poonthottam located?
Poonthottam village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poonthottam?
The Gram Panchayat of Poonthottam is Punthottam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poonthottam?
The pincode of Poonthottam is 608201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonthottam is 638, with 295 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poonthottam village has a total of 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonthottam is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 79.32%, while the female literacy rate is 63.85%.