Puzhuthivakkam Village - Ponneri, Thiruvallur
Puzhuthivakkam is a village situated in the Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Kattupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puzhuthivakkam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puzhuthivakkam is 628733. The village covers a total geographical area of 457 hectares and falls under the 600120 pincode. Minjur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Puzhuthivakkam 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.
Nearby Villages of Puzhuthivakkam
Puzhuthivakkam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattupalli | North | 3.50 km |
| Athipattu (ct) | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Nandiambakkam | West | 4.71 km |
| Voyalur | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Neithavayal | West | 5.16 km |
| Kalanji | North | 6.53 km |
| Vallur | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Thinaipakkam | North-West | 7.39 km |
| Minjur | West | 7.50 km |
| Kalpakkam | West | 7.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puzhuthivakkam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Puzhuthivakkam. The nearest railway station is Attippattu Pudu Nagar, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Minjur to Puzhuthivakkam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puzhuthivakkam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puzhuthivakkam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puzhuthivakkam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puzhuthivakkam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puzhuthivakkam
Where is Puzhuthivakkam located?
Puzhuthivakkam village is located in Ponneri Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puzhuthivakkam?
The Gram Panchayat of Puzhuthivakkam is Kattupalli.
What is the pincode of Puzhuthivakkam?
The pincode of Puzhuthivakkam is 600120.