Porkudi - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Porkudi is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Puthurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porkudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porkudi is 640162. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.57 hectares and falls under the 630311 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Porkudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Porkudi village had a total population of 754 people, including 386 males and 368 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.83%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 299 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 87 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Porkudi
Porkudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Porkudi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Porkudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Porkudi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porkudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Porkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porkudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porkudi
Where is Porkudi located?
Porkudi village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porkudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Porkudi is Puthurani.
What is the pincode of Porkudi?
The pincode of Porkudi is 630311.
What is the population of Porkudi?
Porkudi had a total population of 754, including 386 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Porkudi?
Porkudi had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porkudi was 75.83%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 65.79%.