Pottaneri
Pottaneri is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Pottaneri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pottaneri unique in its vibrant Mettur-Salem region. You’ll see Pottaneri’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 Pottaneri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pottaneri is 633766. The village spans a total geographical area of 1117.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636453. Mechery is nearest town to Pottaneri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pottaneri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pottaneri
Population of Pottaneri
According to the 2011 Census, Pottaneri has a total population of about 6,160, with approximately 3,266 males and 2,894 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 570 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 366 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 67.74%, with male literacy at about 76.52% and female literacy near 57.84%. There are around 1,666 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pottaneri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,160 | 3,266 | 2,894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 288 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 196 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,173 | 2,499 | 1,674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,987 | 767 | 1,220 |
Connectivity of Pottaneri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pottaneri. As per the 2011 stats, Pottaneri 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 Pottaneri
Knowing the nearby villages of Pottaneri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pottaneri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pottaneri
- Where is Pottaneri located?
- Pottaneri village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pottaneri?
- Pottaneri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pottaneri?
- The pincode of Pottaneri is 636453, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pottaneri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pottaneri is 6,160, with 3,266 males and 2,894 females.
- How many households are there in Pottaneri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pottaneri village has a total of 1,666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pottaneri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pottaneri is 67.74%. The male literacy rate is 76.52%, while the female literacy rate is 57.84%.