Porkunam

Porkunam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Porkunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thurinjipoondi is the gram panchayat of Porkunam village.

Porkunam 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 Porkunam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porkunam is 632346. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604208. Gingee is nearest town to Porkunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Porkunam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 390 197 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 17 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 4 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 224 131 93
Illiterate Population 166 66 100

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

  • The total population of Porkunam village is around 390, including approximately 197 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Porkunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porkunam village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Porkunam village is about 57.44%, with male literacy at 66.50% and female literacy at 48.19%.
  • There are around 112 households in Porkunam village.

Connectivity of Porkunam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Porkunam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 3 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 44 km distance

Nearby Villages of Porkunam

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

Vadapalai Eyyakunnam Embalam Turinjippundi Mannur Kadali Mavanandal Mahadevimangalam Illodu Karunguli Eachur

Frequently Asked Questions about Porkunam

Where is Porkunam located?
Porkunam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porkunam?
The Gram Panchayat of Porkunam is Thurinjipoondi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Porkunam?
The pincode of Porkunam is 604208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porkunam is 390, with 197 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Porkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porkunam village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porkunam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porkunam is 57.44%. The male literacy rate is 66.50%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.