Poottai
Poottai is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Pootai is the gram panchayat of Poottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Poottai unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Poottai’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 Poottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poottai is 633294. The village spans a total geographical area of 1332.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606401. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Poottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Poottai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poottai
Population of Poottai
According to the 2011 Census, Poottai has a total population of about 7,962, with approximately 4,045 males and 3,917 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 972 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,366 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.66%, with male literacy at about 70.01% and female literacy near 53.03%. There are around 1,683 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,962 | 4,045 | 3,917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 972 | 493 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,366 | 1,722 | 1,644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,909 | 2,832 | 2,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,053 | 1,213 | 1,840 |
Connectivity of Poottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poottai. As per the 2011 stats, Poottai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Poottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poottai
- Where is Poottai located?
- Poottai village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poottai is Pootai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poottai?
- The pincode of Poottai is 606401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poottai is 7,962, with 4,045 males and 3,917 females.
- How many households are there in Poottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poottai village has a total of 1,683 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poottai is 61.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.01%, while the female literacy rate is 53.03%.