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.

Here you can discover what makes Poovalai unique in its vibrant Gummidipoondi-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Poovalai’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Poovalai has a total population of about 1,033, with approximately 523 males and 510 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 447 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.05%, with male literacy at about 50.86% and female literacy near 43.14%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poovalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.