Poonthottam

Poonthottam is a village located in Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Valangaiman (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Poonthottam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Poonthottam unique in its vibrant Valangaiman-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Poonthottam’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 Poonthottam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonthottam is 637902. The village spans a total geographical area of 439.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612801. Valangaiman is nearest town to Poonthottam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Poonthottam

According to the 2011 Census, Poonthottam has a total population of about 1,485, with approximately 739 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 915 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.39%, with male literacy at about 76.86% and female literacy near 67.96%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poonthottam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,485 739 746
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 88 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 915 464 451
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,075 568 507
Illiterate Population 410 171 239

Connectivity of Poonthottam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonthottam. As per the 2011 stats, Poonthottam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Poonthottam

Knowing the nearby villages of Poonthottam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonthottam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Poonthottam

Where is Poonthottam located?
Poonthottam village is situated in Valangaiman Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poonthottam?
Poonthottam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poonthottam?
The pincode of Poonthottam is 612801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonthottam is 1,485, with 739 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poonthottam village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poonthottam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonthottam is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 76.86%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.