Pulicut - Ponneri, Thiruvallur
Pulicut is a village situated in the Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Kottaikuppam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulicut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulicut is 628672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1185.73 hectares and falls under the 601205 pincode. Ponneri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pulicut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ponneri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pulicut
As per Census 2011, Pulicut village has a total population of 17,925 people, consisting of 8,915 males and 9,010 females. The village has 4,619 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,970 literate and 5,955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pulicut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,925 | 8,915 | 9,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,196 | 1,160 | 1,036 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,393 | 1,157 | 1,236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,116 | 536 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 11,970 | 6,320 | 5,650 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,955 | 2,595 | 3,360 |
Nearby Villages of Pulicut
Pulicut 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 Pulicut
Public transport in the Pulicut is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ponneri to Pulicut is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulicut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulicut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pulicut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulicut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pulicut
Where is Pulicut located?
Pulicut village is located in Ponneri Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulicut?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulicut is Kottaikuppam.
What is the pincode of Pulicut?
The pincode of Pulicut is 601205.
What is the population of Pulicut?
Pulicut has a total population of 17,925, including 8,915 males and 9,010 females.
How many households are there in Pulicut?
There are 4,619 households in Pulicut.
What is the literacy rate in Pulicut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulicut is 66.78%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 62.71%.