Pudukulam
Pudukulam is a village located in Sathankulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sathankulam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Pudukulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pudukulam unique in its vibrant Sathankulam-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Pudukulam’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 Pudukulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pudukulam is 642610. The village spans a total geographical area of 2984.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628704. Sathankulam is nearest town to Pudukulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pudukulam
Population of Pudukulam
According to the 2011 Census, Pudukulam has a total population of about 6,674, with approximately 3,246 males and 3,428 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 620 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 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 83.05%, with male literacy at about 85.58% and female literacy near 80.66%. There are around 1,819 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pudukulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,674 | 3,246 | 3,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 307 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 145 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,543 | 2,778 | 2,765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 468 | 663 |
Connectivity of Pudukulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pudukulam. As per the 2011 stats, Pudukulam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pudukulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pudukulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pudukulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pudukulam
- Where is Pudukulam located?
- Pudukulam village is situated in Sathankulam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pudukulam?
- Pudukulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pudukulam?
- The pincode of Pudukulam is 628704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pudukulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pudukulam is 6,674, with 3,246 males and 3,428 females.
- How many households are there in Pudukulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pudukulam village has a total of 1,819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pudukulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pudukulam is 83.05%. The male literacy rate is 85.58%, while the female literacy rate is 80.66%.