Pagasalai
Pagasalai is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Pagasalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pagasalai unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Pagasalai’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 Pagasalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pagasalai is 637432. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609117. Vaitheeswaran Kovil is nearest town to Pagasalai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pagasalai
Population of Pagasalai
According to the 2011 Census, Pagasalai has a total population of about 2,086, with approximately 1,023 males and 1,063 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,123 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 72.72%, with male literacy at about 79.37% and female literacy near 66.32%. There are around 513 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pagasalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,086 | 1,023 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,123 | 553 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 812 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 211 | 358 |
Connectivity of Pagasalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pagasalai. As per the 2011 stats, Pagasalai 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pagasalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pagasalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pagasalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pagasalai
- Where is Pagasalai located?
- Pagasalai village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pagasalai?
- Pagasalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pagasalai?
- The pincode of Pagasalai is 609117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pagasalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pagasalai is 2,086, with 1,023 males and 1,063 females.
- How many households are there in Pagasalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pagasalai village has a total of 513 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pagasalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pagasalai is 72.72%. The male literacy rate is 79.37%, while the female literacy rate is 66.32%.