Poorthangudi
Poorthangudi is a village located in Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kattumannarkoil (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Poorthangudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poorthangudi unique in its vibrant Kattumannarkoil-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Poorthangudi’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 Poorthangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poorthangudi is 636958. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608305. Kattumannarkoil is nearest town to Poorthangudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Poorthangudi
Population of Poorthangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Poorthangudi has a total population of about 949, with approximately 448 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 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 72.39%, with male literacy at about 79.46% and female literacy near 66.07%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poorthangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 949 | 448 | 501 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 687 | 356 | 331 |
Illiterate Population | 262 | 92 | 170 |
Connectivity of Poorthangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poorthangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Poorthangudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poorthangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Poorthangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poorthangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poorthangudi
- Where is Poorthangudi located?
- Poorthangudi village is situated in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poorthangudi?
- Poorthangudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poorthangudi?
- The pincode of Poorthangudi is 608305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poorthangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poorthangudi is 949, with 448 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Poorthangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poorthangudi village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poorthangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poorthangudi is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.46%, while the female literacy rate is 66.07%.