Pettai
Pettai is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pettai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Se Pettai is the gram panchayat of Pettai village.
Pettai has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Pettai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pettai is 632425. The village spans a total geographical area of 611.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604152. Kilpennathur is nearest town to Pettai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Pettai
Below is a concise population overview of Pettai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,004 | 1,040 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,075 | 573 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 683 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 357 | 470 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pettai village:
- The total population of Pettai village is around 2,004, including approximately 1,040 males and 964 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 233 children aged 0–6 years in Pettai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pettai village has 1,075 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pettai village is about 58.73%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 51.24%.
- There are around 434 households in Pettai village.
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 19 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 Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pettai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pettai is Se Pettai (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 604152, 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 2,004, with 1,040 males and 964 females.
- How many households are there in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pettai village has a total of 434 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pettai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pettai is 58.73%. The male literacy rate is 65.67%, while the female literacy rate is 51.24%.