Porkudi
Porkudi is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Thathani is the gram panchayat of Porkudi village.
Porkudi has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga 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 Porkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porkudi is 640162. The village spans a total geographical area of 429.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630318. Devakottai is nearest town to Porkudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Porkudi 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 Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Porkudi
Population of Porkudi
Below is a concise population overview of Porkudi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 386 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 270 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 524 | 299 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 87 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Porkudi village:
- The total population of Porkudi village is around 754, including approximately 386 males and 368 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Porkudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Porkudi village has 522 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Porkudi village is about 69.50%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 61.14%.
- There are around 195 households in Porkudi village.
Connectivity of Porkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Porkudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Porkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porkudi
- Where is Porkudi located?
- Porkudi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Porkudi is Thathani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Porkudi?
- The pincode of Porkudi is 630318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porkudi is 754, with 386 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Porkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porkudi village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porkudi is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.46%, while the female literacy rate is 61.14%.