Pottiyam
Pottiyam is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Pottiyam village is also a gram panchayat.
Pottiyam 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 Pottiyam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pottiyam is 633380. The village spans a total geographical area of 1325.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606207. Vadakanandal is nearest town to Pottiyam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pottiyam
Below is a concise population overview of Pottiyam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,472 | 751 | 721 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 58 | 70 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,148 | 597 | 551 |
Literate Population | 788 | 448 | 340 |
Illiterate Population | 684 | 303 | 381 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pottiyam village:
- The total population of Pottiyam village is around 1,472, including approximately 751 males and 721 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Pottiyam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pottiyam village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,148 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pottiyam village is about 53.53%, with male literacy at 59.65% and female literacy at 47.16%.
- There are around 367 households in Pottiyam village.
Connectivity of Pottiyam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pottiyam. As per the 2011 stats, Pottiyam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pottiyam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pottiyam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pottiyam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pottiyam
- Where is Pottiyam located?
- Pottiyam village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pottiyam?
- Pottiyam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pottiyam?
- The pincode of Pottiyam is 606207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pottiyam is 1,472, with 751 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Pottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pottiyam village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pottiyam is 53.53%. The male literacy rate is 59.65%, while the female literacy rate is 47.16%.