Poraiyur

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

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poraiyur is 630223. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603319. Acharapakkam is nearest town to Poraiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Poraiyur

According to the 2011 Census, Poraiyur has a total population of about 1,703, with approximately 859 males and 844 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 898 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 66.94%, with male literacy at about 74.85% and female literacy near 58.89%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poraiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,703 859 844
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 195 110 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 898 464 434
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,140 643 497
Illiterate Population 563 216 347

Connectivity of Poraiyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poraiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Poraiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 2 km distance

Nearby Villages of Poraiyur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Poraiyur

Where is Poraiyur located?
Poraiyur village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poraiyur?
Poraiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poraiyur?
The pincode of Poraiyur is 603319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poraiyur is 1,703, with 859 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Poraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poraiyur village has a total of 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poraiyur is 66.94%. The male literacy rate is 74.85%, while the female literacy rate is 58.89%.