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Village code 636750
Poovalai Village, Chidambaram Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Poovalai is a village in Chidambaram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Poovalai is a village in Chidambaram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. For Poovalai, the population is 1,946, PIN code is 608601 and Census village code is 636750. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Poovalai Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 636750 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 608601 |
| Population | 1,946 |
| Households | 482 |
| Area | 760.65 ha / 7.61 sq. km / 1,880 acres |
| Population density | 256 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 980 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Parangipettai (15 km) |
| Current state | Tamil Nadu |
| Census 2011 state | Tamil Nadu |
| Current district | Cuddalore |
| Census 2011 district | Cuddalore |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 608601. This helps users verify the postal area for Poovalai, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 608601 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Bhuvanagiri S.O, Azhisikudi B.O, B.Odaiyur B.O, Budavarayanpettai B.O, Kothavacheri B.O, and Kummidimulai B.O |
| Best matching post office | Bhuvanagiri S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 11 |
| Postal district | Cuddalore |
| Postal state | Tamil Nadu |
| Postal division | Cuddalore Division |
| Postal circle | Tamilnadu Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Poovalai comes under Puvalai gram panchayat and Parangipettai C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Chidambaram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Chidambaram at 20 km. The Census district headquarters, Cuddalore, is 40 km away.
| Current state | Tamil Nadu |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Tamil Nadu |
| Current district | Cuddalore |
| Census 2011 district | Cuddalore |
| State code | 33 |
| District code | 617 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5791 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0435 |
| C.D. Block code | 0195 |
| Block panchayat code | 0195 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Poovalai village and its household count.
Total population
1,946 residents in 482 households
Male population
983
Female population
963
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,105; Scheduled Tribes: 14
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Available |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 24 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 21 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 626.29 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 428.41 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 197.88 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 428.41 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 100.76 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 28.33 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 5.13 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Black Gram |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Velangippattu, within 5 km. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: B.mutlur, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Poovalai
Parangipettai (15 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Chidambaram is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Parangipettai (15 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Chidambaram (20 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Tamil Nadu government website Official state/UT portal
- Cuddalore district administration Official district portal
- Patta Chitta land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 636750
- India Post PIN code search 608601
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Poovalai. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Government Non Formal Training Centre | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Closed Drainage | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
| Community Bio Gas or Recycle of Waste for Production Use | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Agricultural Credit Societies | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Poovalai village located?
Poovalai is located in Chidambaram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Cuddalore.
Which Taluk is Poovalai in?
Poovalai is in Chidambaram Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Poovalai in?
District: Cuddalore.
What is the village code of Poovalai?
The Census village code of Poovalai is 636750.
What is the PIN code of Poovalai?
The PIN code reported for Poovalai is 608601.
What is the population of Poovalai?
Poovalai has 1,946 residents in 482 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Poovalai part of?
Poovalai comes under Puvalai gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Poovalai?
The nearest statutory town to Poovalai is Parangipettai (15 km).
Which crops are grown in Poovalai?
The main crops reported for Poovalai are Paddy and Black Gram.
What land-use details are available for Poovalai?
Land-use details for Poovalai include net area sown: 626.29 hectares, irrigated area: 428.41 hectares, and unirrigated area: 197.88 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Poovalai?
Government primary school status for Poovalai is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Poovalai?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Poovalai?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Poovalai?
The total geographical area of Poovalai is 760.65 hectares.
How many households are in Poovalai?
Poovalai has 482 households as per Census 2011.
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