Pothuvoy
Pothuvoy is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pothuvoy village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pothuvai is the gram panchayat of Pothuvoy village.
Here you can discover what makes Pothuvoy unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Pothuvoy’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 Pothuvoy
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothuvoy is 632437. The village spans a total geographical area of 315.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604152. Vettavalam is nearest town to Pothuvoy village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Pothuvoy
Population of Pothuvoy
According to the 2011 Census, Pothuvoy has a total population of about 1,626, with approximately 780 males and 846 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.54%, with male literacy at about 74.87% and female literacy near 58.87%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pothuvoy's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 780 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 584 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 196 | 348 |
Connectivity of Pothuvoy
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothuvoy. As per the 2011 stats, Pothuvoy had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 4 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 4 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pothuvoy
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothuvoy helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothuvoy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothuvoy
- Where is Pothuvoy located?
- Pothuvoy village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothuvoy?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pothuvoy is Pothuvai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pothuvoy?
- The pincode of Pothuvoy is 604152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pothuvoy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothuvoy is 1,626, with 780 males and 846 females.
- How many households are there in Pothuvoy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothuvoy village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothuvoy as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothuvoy is 66.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.87%, while the female literacy rate is 58.87%.