Pondavakkam
Pondavakkam is a village located in Uthukkottai taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Uthukkottai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pondavakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pondavakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pondavakkam unique in its vibrant Uthukkottai-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Pondavakkam’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 Pondavakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondavakkam is 628797. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 602026. Uthukkottai is nearest town to Pondavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Pondavakkam
Population of Pondavakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Pondavakkam has a total population of about 2,891, with approximately 1,449 males and 1,442 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 972 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.75%, with male literacy at about 71.29% and female literacy near 54.16%. There are around 746 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,449 | 1,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 494 | 478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,814 | 1,033 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 416 | 661 |
Connectivity of Pondavakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondavakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Pondavakkam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 2 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondavakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondavakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondavakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondavakkam
- Where is Pondavakkam located?
- Pondavakkam village is situated in Uthukkottai Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondavakkam?
- Pondavakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pondavakkam?
- The pincode of Pondavakkam is 602026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondavakkam is 2,891, with 1,449 males and 1,442 females.
- How many households are there in Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondavakkam village has a total of 746 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondavakkam is 62.75%. The male literacy rate is 71.29%, while the female literacy rate is 54.16%.