Potharai
About Potharai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potharai village is 631708. Potharai village is located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Potharai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Potharai village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 636.25 hectares. Potharai has a total population of 3,116 peoples, out of which male population is 1,584 while female population is 1,532. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potharai village is 72.21% out of which 78.60% males and 65.60% females are literate. There are about 728 houses in potharai village. Pincode of potharai village locality is 606803.
When it comes to administration, Potharai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Potharai village comes under Polur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Polur is nearest town to potharai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Potharai
The population details of Potharai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,116 | 1,584 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 354 | 194 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,290 | 655 | 635 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,250 | 1,245 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 339 | 527 |
Connectivity of Potharai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 7 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potharai
Where is Potharai located?
Potharai village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potharai?
Potharai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Potharai?
The pincode of Potharai is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potharai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potharai is 3,116, with 1,584 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Potharai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potharai village has a total of 728 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potharai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potharai is 72.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.60%, while the female literacy rate is 65.60%.