Pottipuram
Pottipuram is a village located in Omalur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Omalur (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Pottipuram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pottipuram unique in its vibrant Omalur-Salem region. You’ll see Pottipuram’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 Pottipuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pottipuram is 633820. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636309. Omalur is nearest town to Pottipuram village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pottipuram 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 Omalur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Salem Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pottipuram
Population of Pottipuram
According to the 2011 Census, Pottipuram has a total population of about 6,070, with approximately 3,218 males and 2,852 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 607 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,725 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 55.44%, with male literacy at about 64.05% and female literacy near 45.72%. There are around 1,603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pottipuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,070 | 3,218 | 2,852 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 333 | 274 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,725 | 915 | 810 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,365 | 2,061 | 1,304 |
Illiterate Population | 2,705 | 1,157 | 1,548 |
Connectivity of Pottipuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pottipuram. As per the 2011 stats, Pottipuram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pottipuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Pottipuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pottipuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pottipuram
- Where is Pottipuram located?
- Pottipuram village is situated in Omalur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pottipuram?
- Pottipuram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pottipuram?
- The pincode of Pottipuram is 636309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pottipuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pottipuram is 6,070, with 3,218 males and 2,852 females.
- How many households are there in Pottipuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pottipuram village has a total of 1,603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pottipuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pottipuram is 55.44%. The male literacy rate is 64.05%, while the female literacy rate is 45.72%.