Poykkunam

Poykkunam 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 70km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Poikunam is the gram panchayat of Poykkunam village.

Poykkunam 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 Poykkunam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poykkunam is 633333. The village spans a total geographical area of 633.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606401. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Poykkunam village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Poykkunam 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.

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Population of Poykkunam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,736 1,362 1,374
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 333 174 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,287 626 661
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,576 889 687
Illiterate Population 1,160 473 687

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

  • The total population of Poykkunam village is around 2,736, including approximately 1,362 males and 1,374 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 333 children aged 0–6 years in Poykkunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poykkunam village has 1,287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Poykkunam village is about 57.60%, with male literacy at 65.27% and female literacy at 50.00%.
  • There are around 630 households in Poykkunam village.

Connectivity of Poykkunam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poykkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Poykkunam 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 Poykkunam

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

Sellakkakuppam Timmanandal Arur Kidangudaiyambattu Vadasiruvalur Karuvelampadi Nochchimedu Mavadipattu Kariyalur Mozhipattu Vellimalai

Frequently Asked Questions about Poykkunam

Where is Poykkunam located?
Poykkunam village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poykkunam?
The Gram Panchayat of Poykkunam is Poikunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poykkunam?
The pincode of Poykkunam is 606401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poykkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poykkunam is 2,736, with 1,362 males and 1,374 females.
How many households are there in Poykkunam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poykkunam village has a total of 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poykkunam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poykkunam is 57.60%. The male literacy rate is 65.27%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.