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.
Here you can discover what makes Pottiyam unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Pottiyam’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 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.
Google Map of Pottiyam
Population of Pottiyam
According to the 2011 Census, Pottiyam has a total population of about 1,472, with approximately 751 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,148. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.53%, with male literacy at about 59.65% and female literacy near 47.16%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pottiyam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.