Pothampatti
Pothampatti is a village located in Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Usilampatti (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Pothampatti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pothampatti unique in its vibrant Usilampatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Pothampatti’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 Pothampatti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothampatti is 640827. The village spans a total geographical area of 1511.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625532. Usilampatti is nearest town to Pothampatti village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pothampatti
Population of Pothampatti
According to the 2011 Census, Pothampatti has a total population of about 6,929, with approximately 3,460 males and 3,469 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 648 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,372 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 65.15%, with male literacy at about 74.34% and female literacy near 55.98%. There are around 1,861 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pothampatti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,929 | 3,460 | 3,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 336 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,372 | 707 | 665 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,514 | 2,572 | 1,942 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,415 | 888 | 1,527 |
Connectivity of Pothampatti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothampatti. As per the 2011 stats, Pothampatti 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pothampatti
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothampatti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothampatti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothampatti
- Where is Pothampatti located?
- Pothampatti village is situated in Usilampatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothampatti?
- Pothampatti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pothampatti?
- The pincode of Pothampatti is 625532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pothampatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothampatti is 6,929, with 3,460 males and 3,469 females.
- How many households are there in Pothampatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothampatti village has a total of 1,861 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothampatti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothampatti is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 74.34%, while the female literacy rate is 55.98%.