Porakkudi
Porakkudi is a village located in Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Papanasam (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Vaiyacheri is the gram panchayat of Porakkudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Porakkudi unique in its vibrant Papanasam-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Porakkudi’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 Porakkudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porakkudi is 638623. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614206. Iyyampettai is nearest town to Porakkudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Porakkudi
Population of Porakkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Porakkudi has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 541 males and 498 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 866 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 67.08%, with male literacy at about 73.57% and female literacy near 60.04%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porakkudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 541 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 86 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 450 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 697 | 398 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 143 | 199 |
Connectivity of Porakkudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porakkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Porakkudi 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 Porakkudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Porakkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porakkudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porakkudi
- Where is Porakkudi located?
- Porakkudi village is situated in Papanasam Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porakkudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Porakkudi is Vaiyacheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Porakkudi?
- The pincode of Porakkudi is 614206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porakkudi is 1,039, with 541 males and 498 females.
- How many households are there in Porakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porakkudi village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porakkudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porakkudi is 67.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.57%, while the female literacy rate is 60.04%.