Pettai
Pettai is a village located in Tirunelveli taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from Tirunelveli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Pettai village. As per 2009 stats, Pettai Rural is the gram panchayat of Pettai village.
Here you can discover what makes Pettai unique in its vibrant Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Pettai’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 Pettai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pettai is 642884. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627604. Tirunelveli is nearest town to Pettai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pettai
Population of Pettai
According to the 2011 Census, Pettai has a total population of about 2,345, with approximately 1,182 males and 1,163 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 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 85.03%, with male literacy at about 87.65% and female literacy near 82.37%. There are around 603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pettai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,182 | 1,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 124 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,036 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 146 | 205 |
Connectivity of Pettai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pettai. As per the 2011 stats, Pettai 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pettai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pettai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pettai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pettai
- Where is Pettai located?
- Pettai village is situated in Tirunelveli Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pettai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pettai is Pettai Rural (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pettai?
- The pincode of Pettai is 627604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pettai is 2,345, with 1,182 males and 1,163 females.
- How many households are there in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pettai village has a total of 603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pettai is 85.03%. The male literacy rate is 87.65%, while the female literacy rate is 82.37%.