Poigai

Poigai is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Poigai village is also a gram panchayat.

Poigai has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Poigai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poigai is 642688. The village spans a total geographical area of 989.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627756. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Poigai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Poigai

Below is a concise population overview of Poigai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 809 410 399
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 44 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 141 73 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 497 287 210
Illiterate Population 312 123 189

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poigai village:

  • The total population of Poigai village is around 809, including approximately 410 males and 399 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Poigai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poigai village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Poigai village is about 61.43%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 52.63%.
  • There are around 231 households in Poigai village.

Connectivity of Poigai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poigai. As per the 2011 stats, Poigai 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Poigai

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Poigai

Where is Poigai located?
Poigai village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poigai?
Poigai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poigai?
The pincode of Poigai is 627756, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poigai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poigai is 809, with 410 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Poigai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poigai village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poigai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poigai is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.