Poonthottam is an inhabited village in Chidambaram Taluk of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. Its Census village code is 636850, the Census 2011 record lists 638 people in 167 households and the reported area is 167.49 hectares. The local references include Poonthottam Gram Panchayat, Keerapalayam CD Block and the nearest town reference is Chidambaram.
In short:
Poonthottam is a village in Chidambaram Taluk, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India. The available record shows Census village code 636850 and 638 people in 167 households.
Village Code636850
Population638
Households167
Area167.49 hectares
Nearest TownChidambaram
Detailed village profile
Poonthottam at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 638 people, 167.49 hectares of reported area and Chidambaram as the nearest town reference for Poonthottam, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
Poonthottam falls under Chidambaram Taluk in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu.
The Census village code is 636850.
The record lists 638 people living in 167 households.
The reported village area is 167.49 hectares.
The nearest town named in the record is Chidambaram.
This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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Data Sources and Verification
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Census and Amenities
Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
DCHB Publisher
Registrar General of India, Government of India
Banking Context
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
Village
Poonthottam
Census Village Code
636850
State
Tamil Nadu
State Census Code
33
District
Cuddalore
District Census Code
617
Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
Chidambaram
Sub-district Census Code
05791
CD Block
Keerapalayam
Gram Panchayat
Poonthottam
Households
167
Population
638
Male Population
295
Female Population
343
Sex Ratio
1,162.71
Area
167.49 hectares
Area
1.67 sq km
Nearest Town
Chidambaram
Nearest Town Distance
c km
PIN Code Reported in Source Data
608201
Reference Year
2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density380.92 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size3.82 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share48.12%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share0%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share100%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Poonthottam in the official administrative record. Census village code 636850, Poonthottam Gram Panchayat and Keerapalayam CD Block.
State Census Code
33
District Census Code
617
Sub-district Census Code
05791
Village Census Code
636850
CD Block Code
0193
Gram Panchayat Code
0333
CD Block Name
Keerapalayam
Gram Panchayat Name
Poonthottam
Location and Distance
Chidambaram is the nearest town listed for Poonthottam. Cuddalore is listed as the district headquarters at about 60 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
Sub-district Headquarter
Chidambaram
Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
12 km
District Headquarter
Cuddalore
Distance from District Headquarter
60 km
Nearest Statutory Town
Chidambaram
Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
12 km
Nearest Town within State/UT
Chidambaram
Distance within State/UT
12 km
Nearest Town
Chidambaram
Distance from Nearest Town
c km
Total Geographical Area
167.49 hectares
Area
1.67 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 638 people in 167 households, with 295 male residents and 343 female residents. The average household size is 3.82, and SC share is 48.12% and ST share is 0% for Poonthottam. Population density works out to about 380.92 people per sq km.
Total Households
167
Total Population
638
Male Population
295
Female Population
343
Sex Ratio
1,162.71
Average Household Size
3.82
SC Population
307
SC Male Population
139
SC Female Population
168
SC Population Share
48.12
Village Status
Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Poonthottam list 1 government primary school and 1 government middle school. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG
Available
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG Count
1
Government Primary School
Available
Government Primary School Count
1
Government Middle School
Available
Government Middle School Count
1
Government Non Formal Training Centre
Available
Government Non Formal Training Centre Count
1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Poonthottam include hand pump water and treated tap water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
Tap Water Treated
Available
Tap Water Treated Functions All Year
Available
Tap Water Treated Functions in Summer
Available
Tap Water Untreated
Available
Tap Water Untreated Functions All Year
Available
Tap Water Untreated Functions in Summer
Available
Hand Pump
Available
Hand Pump Functions All Year
Available
Hand Pump Functions in Summer
Available
Closed Drainage
Available
Open Drainage
Available
Open Kutcha Drainage
Available
Drain Water Discharge Destination
Sewer plant
No Organized Street Garbage System
Available
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity records for Poonthottam include mobile phone coverage, black-topped road access and all-weather road access. Use them as access clues and confirm present conditions locally.
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
All Weather Road
Available
Footpath
Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Poonthottam include self-help groups, Anganwadi centre, ASHA services, PDS shop and assembly polling station. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
Self Help Group SHG
Available
Public Distribution System PDS Shop
Available
Nutritional Centres ICDS
Available
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
Available
ASHA
Available
Sports Field
Available
Sports Club Recreation Centre
Available
Public Library
Available
Public Reading Room
Available
Daily Newspaper Supply
Available
Assembly Polling Station
Available
Birth And Death Registration Office
Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Poonthottam is reported as 24 hours per day in summer and 22 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
Power Supply For Domestic Use
Available
Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
24 hours/day
Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
22 hours/day
Power Supply For Agriculture Use
Available
Power Supply For Agriculture Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
24 hours/day
Power Supply For Agriculture Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
22 hours/day
Power Supply For Commercial Use
Available
Power Supply For Commercial Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
24 hours/day
Power Supply For Commercial Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
22 hours/day
Power Supply For All Users
Available
Power Supply For All Users Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
24 hours/day
Power Supply For All Users Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
22 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Poonthottam show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy and Black Gram, net sown area is 141.07 hectares and irrigated land is 141.07 hectares (100% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
Agricultural Commodities First
Paddy
Agricultural Commodities Second
Black Gram
Area Under Non Agricultural Uses In Hectares
23.56
Current Fallows Area In Hectares
2.86 hectares
Net Area Sown In Hectares
141.07
Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
141.07
Canals Area In Hectares
141.07 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
Nutritional Centres Others
Available
Noindex
False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
Village ATM Status
Not available in village
Nearest ATM Facility
5–10 km
Commercial Bank
Not available in village
Cooperative Bank
Not available in village
Same-area Bank Service Records
2
Banks in Matched Records
2
Matched PINs
1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN, district and local admin area
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
Device type summary for matched banking access records
Device Type
Records
Share
ATM
1
50%
CRM
1
50%
Top Banks in Matched Records
Top banks from matched ATM, CDM and CRM records
Bank
Records
Share
Indian Bank
1
50%
ICICI Bank Limited
1
50%
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
Selected bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records
Bank
Type
PIN
District
Local Area
Centre
Address
Indian Bank
ATM
608201
Cuddalore
Chidambaram
Mathuranthaganallur
Agraharam Street 15 Madurantaganallur, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, 608201
ICICI Bank Limited
CRM
608201
Cuddalore
Chidambaram
Orathur
Orathur 14/1, Main Road, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, 608201
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Poonthottam village located?
Poonthottam is in Chidambaram Taluk of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India.
Which district is Poonthottam village in?
Poonthottam village is in Cuddalore district.
Which state is Poonthottam village in?
Poonthottam village is in Tamil Nadu.
Which taluk is Poonthottam under?
Poonthottam comes under Chidambaram Taluk. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Poonthottam?
The Census village code of Poonthottam is 636850.
Which Gram Panchayat is Poonthottam under?
Poonthottam is listed under Poonthottam Gram Panchayat. The CD Block listed for this village is Keerapalayam.
What is the population of Poonthottam village?
The village record lists 638 people and 167 households for Poonthottam.
How many households are in Poonthottam village?
The village record lists 167 households for Poonthottam.
What is the male and female population of Poonthottam?
The record lists 295 male residents and 343 female residents for Poonthottam.
What is the sex ratio of Poonthottam village?
The sex ratio of Poonthottam is 1,162.71 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Poonthottam village?
The reported geographical area of Poonthottam is 167.49 hectares.
What is the population density of Poonthottam village?
The approximate population density of Poonthottam is 380.92 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Poonthottam?
The nearest town listed for Poonthottam is Chidambaram, about c km away.
How far is Poonthottam from the district headquarters?
Poonthottam is about 60 km from Cuddalore, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Poonthottam from the sub-district headquarters?
Poonthottam is about 12 km from Chidambaram, the taluk headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Poonthottam?
The village facility record lists 1 government primary school and 1 government middle school for Poonthottam.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Poonthottam?
For Poonthottam, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy and Black Gram, net sown area is 141.07 hectares and irrigated land is 141.07 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Poonthottam?
The page shows 2 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Poonthottam. These records include 2 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.
Source note: Vill prepares village pages mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India. Postal context is for address reference, and banking context uses available Reserve Bank of India (RBI) access records where shown. Some values may be blank, old or not listed. Please verify important details with official records before using them for legal, land, revenue, postal, financial or administrative work. Page last reviewed: 30 May 2026.