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.

Poraiyur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Poraiyur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poraiyur village:

  • The total population of Poraiyur village is around 1,703, including approximately 859 males and 844 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Poraiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poraiyur village has 898 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Poraiyur village is about 66.94%, with male literacy at 74.85% and female literacy at 58.89%.
  • There are around 402 households in Poraiyur village.

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.

Kannimangalam Chithamur Polambakkam Kurambarai Maluvankaranai Sothupakkam Kesavarayanpettai Melmaruvathur Keelmaruvathur Irumbili Perambakkam

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%.