Poranthavakkam

Poranthavakkam is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poranthavakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Amoor is the gram panchayat of Poranthavakkam village.

Here you can discover what makes Poranthavakkam unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Poranthavakkam’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 Poranthavakkam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poranthavakkam is 629516. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603105. Thiruporur is nearest town to Poranthavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Poranthavakkam

According to the 2011 Census, Poranthavakkam has a total population of about 922, with approximately 487 males and 435 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 708 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 60.30%, with male literacy at about 66.94% and female literacy near 52.87%. There are around 230 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poranthavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 922 487 435
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 59 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 708 371 337
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 556 326 230
Illiterate Population 366 161 205

Connectivity of Poranthavakkam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poranthavakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Poranthavakkam 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 25 km distance

Nearby Villages of Poranthavakkam

Knowing the nearby villages of Poranthavakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poranthavakkam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Poranthavakkam

Where is Poranthavakkam located?
Poranthavakkam village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poranthavakkam?
The Gram Panchayat of Poranthavakkam is Amoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poranthavakkam?
The pincode of Poranthavakkam is 603105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poranthavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poranthavakkam is 922, with 487 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Poranthavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poranthavakkam village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poranthavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poranthavakkam is 60.30%. The male literacy rate is 66.94%, while the female literacy rate is 52.87%.