Poovalai
Poovalai is a village located in Gummidipoondi taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Gummidipoondi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poovalai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Poovalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Poovalai has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvallur 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 Poovalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poovalai is 628551. The village spans a total geographical area of 706.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 601201. Gummidipoondi is nearest town to Poovalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Poovalai
Below is a concise population overview of Poovalai 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 | 1,033 | 523 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 234 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 266 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 257 | 290 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poovalai village:
- The total population of Poovalai village is around 1,033, including approximately 523 males and 510 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Poovalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poovalai village has 447 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poovalai village is about 47.05%, with male literacy at 50.86% and female literacy at 43.14%.
- There are around 235 households in Poovalai village.
Connectivity of Poovalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poovalai. As per the 2011 stats, Poovalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poovalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Poovalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poovalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poovalai
- Where is Poovalai located?
- Poovalai village is situated in Gummidipoondi Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poovalai?
- Poovalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poovalai?
- The pincode of Poovalai is 601201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poovalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poovalai is 1,033, with 523 males and 510 females.
- How many households are there in Poovalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poovalai village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poovalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poovalai is 47.05%. The male literacy rate is 50.86%, while the female literacy rate is 43.14%.