Poygai

Poygai is a village located in Tenkasi taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tenkasi (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Poigai is the gram panchayat of Poygai village.

Poygai 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 Poygai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poygai is 642750. The village spans a total geographical area of 1292.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627856. Kadayanallur is nearest town to Poygai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Poygai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,645 2,856 2,789
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 610 324 286
Scheduled Castes (SC) 458 245 213
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,927 2,230 1,697
Illiterate Population 1,718 626 1,092

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

  • The total population of Poygai village is around 5,645, including approximately 2,856 males and 2,789 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 610 children aged 0–6 years in Poygai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poygai village has 458 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Poygai village is about 69.57%, with male literacy at 78.08% and female literacy at 60.85%.
  • There are around 1,478 households in Poygai village.

Connectivity of Poygai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poygai. As per the 2011 stats, Poygai 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 Poygai

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

Chockampatti Boganallur Kambaneri Pudukudi Kanagasabapathiperi Urmelazhagian Kilankadu Nainaragaram Idaikal Kasidharmam Kodikurichi

Frequently Asked Questions about Poygai

Where is Poygai located?
Poygai village is situated in Tenkasi Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poygai?
The Gram Panchayat of Poygai is Poigai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poygai?
The pincode of Poygai is 627856, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poygai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poygai is 5,645, with 2,856 males and 2,789 females.
How many households are there in Poygai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poygai village has a total of 1,478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poygai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poygai is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 78.08%, while the female literacy rate is 60.85%.