Pudurchengam
Pudurchengam is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pudurchengam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pudurchengam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pudurchengam unique in its vibrant Chengam-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Pudurchengam’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 Pudurchengam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pudurchengam is 631870. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606705. Chengam is nearest town to Pudurchengam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Pudurchengam
Population of Pudurchengam
According to the 2011 Census, Pudurchengam has a total population of about 1,593, with approximately 781 males and 812 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.64%, with male literacy at about 70.29% and female literacy near 51.35%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pudurchengam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,593 | 781 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 348 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 549 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 232 | 395 |
Connectivity of Pudurchengam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pudurchengam. As per the 2011 stats, Pudurchengam 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 37 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pudurchengam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pudurchengam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pudurchengam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pudurchengam
- Where is Pudurchengam located?
- Pudurchengam village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pudurchengam?
- Pudurchengam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pudurchengam?
- The pincode of Pudurchengam is 606705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pudurchengam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pudurchengam is 1,593, with 781 males and 812 females.
- How many households are there in Pudurchengam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pudurchengam village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pudurchengam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pudurchengam is 60.64%. The male literacy rate is 70.29%, while the female literacy rate is 51.35%.